An animated map of the Near East from 2000 BCE to 100 CE. It was made with Blender 3d for use in a curriculm on http://www.helpforshepherds.org and is not designed to be a perfect map of each empire so much as to show the ebb and flow of history.

published:04 Aug 2010

views:36845

This video shows the history of the Middle East from the rise of the city-states in 2500 BCE to the fall of Egypt to Persia in 525 BCE. This covers such events as the conquests of Sargon of Akkad, Ur-Namu of Ur, and Hamurabi of Babylon, as well as the various Assyrian and Egyptian kingdoms, and other great powers, including the Hittites, Hurrian-Mitanni, and Israel.
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Original Map: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/Middle_East_topographic_map-blank_3000bc_crop.svg/1011px-Middle_East_topographic_map-blank_3000bc_crop.svg.png
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1. Isin city-state
2. Borsippa city-state
3. Dilbat city-state
4. Nippur city-state
5. Larsa city-state
6. Nina-Urukag
7. Akkad city-state
8. Naftali
9. Zebulun
10. Isaschar
11. Ephraim/Benjamin
12. Bit-Gabbari
13. Bit Adini
14. Carcemish
15. Gurgum
16. Kummukhi
17. Harran
18. Bit-Adini
19. Nisbis
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Thanks to:
TeeMee for helping speed up the animation process with "Number Animationer"
Ceplio for the idea, and some research
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MUSIC:
Derek & Brandon Fiechter - Hittite Chariots
Derek & Brandon Fiechter - Assyrian Chariots

Flash animation showing the border changes of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire in the Near East (Turkey+Levant) from 590-1460. Changes outside of the Near East (i.e. in Balkans, North Africa) not shown. The video treats the Nicaean Empire, rather than the Latin Empire or the Trebizondian Empire, as the true successor of the Byzantine Empire from the period 1204-1261.
The timescale is four years per second. Frame rate is 24 frames per second.
Notable locations and towns for the decade appear on the map and change color according to their political allegiance:
Purple = Byzantine Empire
Gray = Sassanid EmpireGreen = Arab/MuslimEntitiesDeep Red = Other Orthodox Entities
Red = Turkish Entities
Blue = Frankish Entities
Orange = Mongol Entities
City names will change temporarily to their Turkish equivalents if conquered by the Turks, and permanently if the Byzantines do not reclaim the land at a later date.
For battles, names in italics denote a loss, while standard names denote a victory.
The green or red borders occasionally appearing within the Byzantine Empire (during the period 700-1100) denote large-scale raids, aiming for plunder and slaves rather than for wholesale occupation. It is important to note that these are only the largest-scale raids, and that raiding on the Byzantine-Muslim frontier was a yearly, even seasonal affair.
The faded lettering in the background represent important co-existing political states. The size and lettering denote their relative importance in the region.
Music is "Legacy of Rome" by Andreas Waldetoft. It is part of a DLC-pack of songs for the strategy game, Crusader Kings II, called "Songs of Byzantium" (2012).
Research was done through Wikipedia. Borders can only be approximate.

Near East

Near East (French:Proche-Orient) is a geographical term that roughly encompasses Western Asia. Despite having varying definitions within different academic circles, the term was originally applied to the maximum extent of the Ottoman Empire. The term has fallen into disuse in English, and has been replaced by the term Middle East.

Cultural

East is the direction toward which the Earth rotates about its axis, and therefore the general direction from which the Sun appears to rise. The practice of praying towards the East is older than Christianity, but has been adopted by this religion as the Orient was thought of as containing mankind's original home. Hence, most Christian churches are oriented towards the east.

Crash Course

Plot

Crash Course centers on a group of high schoolers in a driver’s education class; many for the second or third time. The recently divorced teacher, super-passive Larry Pearl, is on thin ice with the football fanatic principal, Principal Paulson, who is being pressured by the district superintendent to raise driver’s education completion rates or lose his coveted football program. With this in mind, Principal Paulson and his assistant, with a secret desire for his job, Abner Frasier, hire an outside driver’s education instructor with a very tough reputation, Edna Savage, aka E.W. Savage, who quickly takes control of the class.

The plot focuses mostly on the students and their interactions with their teachers and each other. In the beginning, Rico is the loner with just a few friends, Chadley is the bookish nerd with few friends who longs to be cool and also longs to be a part of Vanessa’s life who is the young, friendly and attractive girl who had to fake her mother’s signature on her driver’s education permission slip. Kichi is the hip-hop Asian kid who often raps what he has to say and constantly flirts with Maria, the rich foreign girl who thinks that the right-of-way on the roadways always goes to (insert awesomely fake foreign Latino accent) “my father’s limo”. Finally you have stereotypical football meathead J.J., who needs to pass his English exam to keep his eligibility and constantly asks out and gets rejected by Alice, the tomboy whose father owns “Santini & Son” Concrete Company. Alice is portrayed as being the “son” her father wanted.

Animated History of the Near East.wmv

An animated map of the Near East from 2000 BCE to 100 CE. It was made with Blender 3d for use in a curriculm on http://www.helpforshepherds.org and is not designed to be a perfect map of each empire so much as to show the ebb and flow of history.

7:07

The Ancient Middle East: Every Year

The Ancient Middle East: Every Year

The Ancient Middle East: Every Year

This video shows the history of the Middle East from the rise of the city-states in 2500 BCE to the fall of Egypt to Persia in 525 BCE. This covers such events as the conquests of Sargon of Akkad, Ur-Namu of Ur, and Hamurabi of Babylon, as well as the various Assyrian and Egyptian kingdoms, and other great powers, including the Hittites, Hurrian-Mitanni, and Israel.
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Original Map: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/Middle_East_topographic_map-blank_3000bc_crop.svg/1011px-Middle_East_topographic_map-blank_3000bc_crop.svg.png
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1. Isin city-state
2. Borsippa city-state
3. Dilbat city-state
4. Nippur city-state
5. Larsa city-state
6. Nina-Urukag
7. Akkad city-state
8. Naftali
9. Zebulun
10. Isaschar
11. Ephraim/Benjamin
12. Bit-Gabbari
13. Bit Adini
14. Carcemish
15. Gurgum
16. Kummukhi
17. Harran
18. Bit-Adini
19. Nisbis
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Thanks to:
TeeMee for helping speed up the animation process with "Number Animationer"
Ceplio for the idea, and some research
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MUSIC:
Derek & Brandon Fiechter - Hittite Chariots
Derek & Brandon Fiechter - Assyrian Chariots

Near East University

Near East Bank - İhtiyaç Kredisi %1,13

3:42

Byzantium in the Near East, 590-1460

Byzantium in the Near East, 590-1460

Byzantium in the Near East, 590-1460

Flash animation showing the border changes of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire in the Near East (Turkey+Levant) from 590-1460. Changes outside of the Near East (i.e. in Balkans, North Africa) not shown. The video treats the Nicaean Empire, rather than the Latin Empire or the Trebizondian Empire, as the true successor of the Byzantine Empire from the period 1204-1261.
The timescale is four years per second. Frame rate is 24 frames per second.
Notable locations and towns for the decade appear on the map and change color according to their political allegiance:
Purple = Byzantine Empire
Gray = Sassanid EmpireGreen = Arab/MuslimEntitiesDeep Red = Other Orthodox Entities
Red = Turkish Entities
Blue = Frankish Entities
Orange = Mongol Entities
City names will change temporarily to their Turkish equivalents if conquered by the Turks, and permanently if the Byzantines do not reclaim the land at a later date.
For battles, names in italics denote a loss, while standard names denote a victory.
The green or red borders occasionally appearing within the Byzantine Empire (during the period 700-1100) denote large-scale raids, aiming for plunder and slaves rather than for wholesale occupation. It is important to note that these are only the largest-scale raids, and that raiding on the Byzantine-Muslim frontier was a yearly, even seasonal affair.
The faded lettering in the background represent important co-existing political states. The size and lettering denote their relative importance in the region.
Music is "Legacy of Rome" by Andreas Waldetoft. It is part of a DLC-pack of songs for the strategy game, Crusader Kings II, called "Songs of Byzantium" (2012).
Research was done through Wikipedia. Borders can only be approximate.

Near East Up North - East (live @Bimhuis Amsterdam)

http://www.vpro.nl/vrijegeluiden
Near East Up North is a project by composer Martin Fondse, saxophonist Mete Erker and Asko|Schönberg. Near East Up North performas East, the second part of the suite, the begin of the journey.
It is a suite with improvisation, jazz and Turkish melodies, a bridge between the near East and the far North.
Martin Fondse - conductor, Mete Erker - saxophone, Sjahin During - percussion, Eric van der Westen - double bass, Jeroen van Vliet - piano,
Asko|Schönberg
Ingrid Geerlings - flute, Evert Weidner - oboe, Anna voor de Wind - clarinet, Jan Harshagen - french horn, RutgerWoudenberg - trumpet, Tjeerd Oostendorp - tuba, AlfonsoSalarRuiz - marimba, IsaGoldschmeding violin, LisaEggen - viola, Hans Woudenberg - cello
http://www.askoschoenberg.nl
Broadcast october 25th 10.30 am (GMT +1) NPO1
More on: http://www.vpro.nl/vrije-geluiden.
This video was recorded @ BimhuisAmsterdam.
VPRO Vrije Geluiden is a music program made by the Dutch public broadcast organisation VPRO

Floods in the Ancient Near East: Crash Course World Mythology #16

This week on Crash Course mythology, Mike is talking to you about floods. You may have heard the story of Noah and the Ark from the Bible, but that is not the only deluge story humans tell. It's a common thing across culture. You could say the study of mythology is...flooded with them. Sorry. We'll be looking at floods from Mesopotamia from the Epic of Gilgamesh, and a flood story from the Zoroastrian tradition. And we'll look at a Roman flood story from Ovid's metamorphosis. It's a deluge of flood stories!
Most of the stories and quotations in this episode are adapted from David Leeming's Mythology textbook, "The World of Myth."
Get a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud: http://www.adobe.com/creativecloud.html
Crash Course is on Patreon! You can support us directly by signing up at htt...

published: 16 Jun 2017

Animated History of the Near East.wmv

An animated map of the Near East from 2000 BCE to 100 CE. It was made with Blender 3d for use in a curriculm on http://www.helpforshepherds.org and is not designed to be a perfect map of each empire so much as to show the ebb and flow of history.

published: 04 Aug 2010

The Ancient Middle East: Every Year

This video shows the history of the Middle East from the rise of the city-states in 2500 BCE to the fall of Egypt to Persia in 525 BCE. This covers such events as the conquests of Sargon of Akkad, Ur-Namu of Ur, and Hamurabi of Babylon, as well as the various Assyrian and Egyptian kingdoms, and other great powers, including the Hittites, Hurrian-Mitanni, and Israel.
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Original Map: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/Middle_East_topographic_map-blank_3000bc_crop.svg/1011px-Middle_East_topographic_map-blank_3000bc_crop.svg.png
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1. Isin city-state
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An animated map of the Near East from 2000 BCE to 100 CE. It was made with Blender 3d for use in a curriculm on http://www.helpforshepherds.org and is not designed to be a perfect map of each empire so much as to show the ebb and flow of history.

An animated map of the Near East from 2000 BCE to 100 CE. It was made with Blender 3d for use in a curriculm on http://www.helpforshepherds.org and is not designed to be a perfect map of each empire so much as to show the ebb and flow of history.

Flash animation showing the border changes of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire in the Near East (Turkey+Levant) from 590-1460. Changes outside of the Near East (i.e. in Balkans, North Africa) not shown. The video treats the Nicaean Empire, rather than the Latin Empire or the Trebizondian Empire, as the true successor of the Byzantine Empire from the period 1204-1261.
The timescale is four years per second. Frame rate is 24 frames per second.
Notable locations and towns for the decade appear on the map and change color according to their political allegiance:
Purple = Byzantine Empire
Gray = Sassanid EmpireGreen = Arab/MuslimEntitiesDeep Red = Other Orthodox Entities
Red = Turkish Entities
Blue = Frankish Entities
Orange = Mongol Entities
City names will change temporarily to their Turkish equivalents if conquered by the Turks, and permanently if the Byzantines do not reclaim the land at a later date.
For battles, names in italics denote a loss, while standard names denote a victory.
The green or red borders occasionally appearing within the Byzantine Empire (during the period 700-1100) denote large-scale raids, aiming for plunder and slaves rather than for wholesale occupation. It is important to note that these are only the largest-scale raids, and that raiding on the Byzantine-Muslim frontier was a yearly, even seasonal affair.
The faded lettering in the background represent important co-existing political states. The size and lettering denote their relative importance in the region.
Music is "Legacy of Rome" by Andreas Waldetoft. It is part of a DLC-pack of songs for the strategy game, Crusader Kings II, called "Songs of Byzantium" (2012).
Research was done through Wikipedia. Borders can only be approximate.

Flash animation showing the border changes of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire in the Near East (Turkey+Levant) from 590-1460. Changes outside of the Near East (i.e. in Balkans, North Africa) not shown. The video treats the Nicaean Empire, rather than the Latin Empire or the Trebizondian Empire, as the true successor of the Byzantine Empire from the period 1204-1261.
The timescale is four years per second. Frame rate is 24 frames per second.
Notable locations and towns for the decade appear on the map and change color according to their political allegiance:
Purple = Byzantine Empire
Gray = Sassanid EmpireGreen = Arab/MuslimEntitiesDeep Red = Other Orthodox Entities
Red = Turkish Entities
Blue = Frankish Entities
Orange = Mongol Entities
City names will change temporarily to their Turkish equivalents if conquered by the Turks, and permanently if the Byzantines do not reclaim the land at a later date.
For battles, names in italics denote a loss, while standard names denote a victory.
The green or red borders occasionally appearing within the Byzantine Empire (during the period 700-1100) denote large-scale raids, aiming for plunder and slaves rather than for wholesale occupation. It is important to note that these are only the largest-scale raids, and that raiding on the Byzantine-Muslim frontier was a yearly, even seasonal affair.
The faded lettering in the background represent important co-existing political states. The size and lettering denote their relative importance in the region.
Music is "Legacy of Rome" by Andreas Waldetoft. It is part of a DLC-pack of songs for the strategy game, Crusader Kings II, called "Songs of Byzantium" (2012).
Research was done through Wikipedia. Borders can only be approximate.

http://www.vpro.nl/vrijegeluiden
Near East Up North is a project by composer Martin Fondse, saxophonist Mete Erker and Asko|Schönberg. Near East Up North performas East, the second part of the suite, the begin of the journey.
It is a suite with improvisation, jazz and Turkish melodies, a bridge between the near East and the far North.
Martin Fondse - conductor, Mete Erker - saxophone, Sjahin During - percussion, Eric van der Westen - double bass, Jeroen van Vliet - piano,
Asko|Schönberg
Ingrid Geerlings - flute, Evert Weidner - oboe, Anna voor de Wind - clarinet, Jan Harshagen - french horn, RutgerWoudenberg - trumpet, Tjeerd Oostendorp - tuba, AlfonsoSalarRuiz - marimba, IsaGoldschmeding violin, LisaEggen - viola, Hans Woudenberg - cello
http://www.askoschoenberg.nl
Broadcast october 25th 10.30 am (GMT +1) NPO1
More on: http://www.vpro.nl/vrije-geluiden.
This video was recorded @ BimhuisAmsterdam.
VPRO Vrije Geluiden is a music program made by the Dutch public broadcast organisation VPRO

http://www.vpro.nl/vrijegeluiden
Near East Up North is a project by composer Martin Fondse, saxophonist Mete Erker and Asko|Schönberg. Near East Up North performas East, the second part of the suite, the begin of the journey.
It is a suite with improvisation, jazz and Turkish melodies, a bridge between the near East and the far North.
Martin Fondse - conductor, Mete Erker - saxophone, Sjahin During - percussion, Eric van der Westen - double bass, Jeroen van Vliet - piano,
Asko|Schönberg
Ingrid Geerlings - flute, Evert Weidner - oboe, Anna voor de Wind - clarinet, Jan Harshagen - french horn, RutgerWoudenberg - trumpet, Tjeerd Oostendorp - tuba, AlfonsoSalarRuiz - marimba, IsaGoldschmeding violin, LisaEggen - viola, Hans Woudenberg - cello
http://www.askoschoenberg.nl
Broadcast october 25th 10.30 am (GMT +1) NPO1
More on: http://www.vpro.nl/vrije-geluiden.
This video was recorded @ BimhuisAmsterdam.
VPRO Vrije Geluiden is a music program made by the Dutch public broadcast organisation VPRO

Travel Guide to Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur and Terengganu)

In this travel video travel guide to Malaysia, I travel to Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur, and to Terangganu, the country's second-largest city.
I start off my trip by exploring Kenyir Lake, located just west of Terangganu, which is actually the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia (it's the size of Singapore). I head to the far end of the lake by speedboat to go trekking into the hilly jungle where I come across a school of hungry fish waiting for eager tourists like myself to provide them with a cheap snack. I then head back on the lake to explore the many islands that call this lake home.
Next, I head back onto the water -- this time onto the ocean -- to do a little squid jigging as part of the first annual TerengganuInternationalSquid Jigging Fest. Squid jigging, for thos...

published: 19 May 2015

Jordan Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination Jordan.
Jordan is known as The Pearl Of The Orient: a fascinating land with a culture that is thousands of years old, a land of colourful epochs and biblical history, all to be rediscovered in this Hasemite kingdom that was founded in 1946. Pharaohs, Assyrian kings and Persian monarchs once fought for this country. Nabateans, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders and Ottomans, each of them left their traces in Jordan.Amman is Jordan’s capital city in which, poverty and wealth live side by side. The KingAbdullahMosque is the largest and, due to its striking blue cupola, the most beautiful mosque in Amman. Although only completed in 1988 it is an important symbol of Islam and five times a day the Muezzin calls to the faithful from its Minaret. In 1900 the Ott...

published: 14 Aug 2013

35 Things to do in Chicago | Top Attractions Travel Guide

The following travel video is a comprehensive list of the best 35 Things to do in Chicago including all of the top Attractions worth visiting and seeing in this complete travel guide for the Windy City.
Many people don't realize this but Chicago is a world class city with festivals, arts, entertainment, dining and architecture that can rival any city in North America or even Europe. The only other city that I think can compare with Chicago - in terms of attractions - in America is New York. Whether you're scarfing down Chicago style deep dish pizza or taking in a Blues festival you'll find no shortage of things to do in the city. If you're a sport fan there are no shortage of professional teams to follow at any time of the year including the Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White...

published: 06 Jul 2014

Antigua Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia (4k 60fps)

https://www.expedia.com/Antigua.d11729.Destination-Travel-Guides
Just 3 hours from Miami and 8 from London is Antigua, the largest island in the nation of Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua’s capital is St. John’s, a port town of plantation shutters, iron roofs and colors as bright as our spirit. Mix up a little history and shopping down by the city’s quays, where old shop houses have been given new life as cafes, bars and duty-free boutiques.
Take a break from the noonday sun in the shade of the old Courthouse, now the home of the national museum. Then, spend a lazy afternoon walking the ramparts of the harbor’s fortifications.
Just to the north of St. John’s, you’ll find Runaway Beach and Dickenson Bay, home to some of the purest sands and finest resorts in the West Indies.
On the ...

published: 06 Jun 2017

East Africa Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination East Africa.
East Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world and its magnificent wilderness and fascinating wildlife is one of the few remaining unspoiled regions on earth. Lake Naivasha is the ideal habitat for both the rare Fish Eagle and African Eagle, thus it is a perfect location from which to observe these fascinating birds. Due to its rich variety of wildlife and the spectacular beauty of its landscape Kenya is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. The MassaiMaraNational Park is located around six hours from Nairobi and is one of the country’s most extraordinary game reserves. Its name indicates the presence of one of Africa’s most colourful tribes, the Massai. The Amboseli National Park also contains many o...

published: 03 Mar 2014

Sydney Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

http://www.expedia.com/Sydney.d178312.Destination-Travel-Guides
Ready for an adventure? Click play on our travel guide video to uncover some of the best things to do in Syndey, Australia.
Established in 1788 as a penal colony, Sydney was once a little rough around the edges, but it has since transformed into a must-visit coastal destination. Today, tourists flock to this city on the east coast of Australia for its pristine beaches, coves, and harbors.
During your romp around the scenic coastline, make a stop at the Syndey Opera House and eye its magnificent architectural design. Looking for a little more adventure? Venture over to the Syndey Harbour Bridge, nicknamed “The Coathanger,” and brave a bridge climb tour. Next, hop on the antique thrill rides at Luna Park, which is a family-...

Top 10 Places to Visit in Czech Republic

Last May we spent 3 weeks in the Czech Republic in search of the best places to visit. After featuring this awesome country in our Top 10 destinations for 2015 video, we needed to go and experience it for ourselves. The Czech Republic exceeded our expectations.
Prague was great, as expected, but there's so much to discover outside the big the city!. The national parks and natural reserves are incredibly beautiful.
We have put together our favorite 10 places:
-Prague
-Jeseniky
-Brno
-Bohemian Switzerland
-Cesky Krumlov
-Kromeriz
-Znojmo
-Ostrava
-Litomysl
-Mikulov
For more information visit the CzechTourism website:
https://www.czechtourism.com
This video was sponsored by Czech Tourism US & CanadaSpecial thanks to all the regional partners that also made this video possible:
-Cesky Kru...

published: 21 Jul 2016

Hawaii's Big Island Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

https://www.expedia.com/Hawaii.d180074.Destination-Travel-Guides
The “Big Island” of Hawaii is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, and offers a fascinating and stunning array of beautiful scenery for you to explore.
Sightseeing on Hawaii’s Big Island means your days will be filled with natural wonders: wander around a lava field, stroll through a tropical rainforest, and take a dip in the warm waters of the Pacific. To get the most out of your Hawaii Big Island tour and to get an idea of what areas you’d like to see up close, we suggest renting a car and exploring Hawaii’s Big Island from behind the wheel. The Onomea Bay Scenic Drive, located along the Hamakua Coast, will take you past shimmering emerald rainforest and astonishing glimpses of the tranquil Pacific Ocean. It’s the perfect...

published: 29 Oct 2013

Things to do in Israel | Top Attractions Travel Guide

When you think of traveling to Israel visiting religious sites in Jerusalem or basing yourself in Tel Aviv may initially come to mind. However, when exploring Israel it is paramount to set aside enough time to get off the beaten path and explore more of the country. Fortunately, for us, we were able to make two separate trips to Israel experiencing as much food, culture, historical and modern attractions as we possibly could.
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published: 01 Jun 2014

Iceland Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

With a population of only 300,000, Iceland can feel like the most isolated place on earth, yet its capital Reykjavik, is only a three-hour flight from London and just under six from New York.
Reykjavik is relaxed and welcoming, yet possesses a cultural life that holds its own against other European capitals. Most buildings are built simple and low to beat the North Atlantic winds. However, the city is also graced with grand civic architecture inspired by Iceland’s natural beauty, such as the soaring central tower of Hallgrímskirkja.
Many of the country’s most popular sights are within easy reach of Reykjavík. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Iceland, at the Blue Lagoon. Then spend a day or two in The Golden Circle, an area which encompasses three of Iceland’s greatest natural wonders;...

published: 09 Dec 2015

Ukraine Travel Guide (HD 1080p)

UkraineTrip 2017, Ukraine TravelGuide, Ukraine Tourism & Vacations
Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube
WARNING ( 1 ):
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There are risks in traveling to eastern Ukraine because of the war between the Donbass irregular forces and the Ukrainian forces in the eastern areas of Luhansk and Donetsk.
While tourists are unlikely to be the intended targets of violence, current protests cause complications to visitors, since services are disrupted.
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Ukraine (Ukrainian: Україна) is a country in Eastern Europe. It lies at the northwest end of the Black Sea, with Russia to the east, Belarus to the north, Poland to the northwest, Slovakia and Hungary to the west, and Romania to the south west and south, with...

published: 17 Feb 2017

Travel Guide to Argentina

Argentina is one of the jewels in the Latin American crown. A vast country stretching 3,500 kilometres from the Bolivian border in the north to Ushuaia and the gateway to Antarctica in the south, it is a place that offers some of the most impressive natural wonders anywhere on earth. It has a world-class tourist infrastructure, with arguably the best cuisine on the continent, and it is safe. But its not just that that makes a trip to Argentina feel so special. The country simply has a redoubtable spirit unlike any other in the region, and nowhere is that more evident than in its lively capital, Buenos Aires.
If Argentina is one of the jewels in the Latin American crown, so the cosmopolitan Buenos Aires is one of the standout cities of the continent. Many gateway cities are just that, and...

published: 25 Mar 2015

Syria Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination Syria.
Syria is an ancient country of culture located between the Mediterranean and the desert. Its ancient desert metropolises, old villages, impenetrable fortresses and biblical harbour towns have witnessed the rich and fascinating history of bygone times.Damascus is the capital of Syria and symbol of culture in the Near East and located a hundred kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The KalaaCitadel is situated on the periphery of the old town that was once surrounded by huge walls and it was from there that Saladin fended off the attacks of the Crusaders. The Khan As´Ad Pasha is often referred to as being the most beautiful caravansary in the Near East. Its inner courtyard is covered by eight mighty and partly painted cupolas each of which is support...

Cancun, Mexico Travel Guide - Must-See Attractions

http://bookinghunter.com
Cancun is a city in southeastern Mexico, located on the southeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is a major world-renowned tourist destination, as well as being the seat of the municipality of Benito Juárez. The city is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the easternmost points in Mexico. Cancún is located just north of Mexico's Caribbean coast resort band known as the Riviera Maya.
The most important places to visit in Cancun are: Chichen Itza (the world famous Mayan ruins with thousands of years of history are one of the most visited sites in the world), Isla Mujeres (Cancun is surrounded by spectacular scenery. Isla Mujeres, a small gorgeous island close to Cancun, is simply spectacular), Cenotes (these magical ...

published: 05 Dec 2013

Dubai Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

http://www.expedia.com/Dubai-Emirate.d1079.Destination-Travel-Guides
Come to Dubai, the ancient City of Gold, for your next vacation.
Modernity and antiquity collide in this vibrant city. Shop at the same spice market locals have been visiting for generations, then visit the stores in the Gold Souk, a jewelry-centered traditional marketplace. For a more modern shopping experience, go to the Dubai Mall, home to over 1200 stores, an underwater zoo, and KidZania®, a “city” where children can roleplay various careers.
To soak up some of the legendary Dubai sunshine, simply step outside. Take in the view of the city from the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Continue your Dubai tour by wandering through the exotic buildings and resorts, or visit some of...

published: 17 Jul 2014

Canada: The Ultimate Travel Guide by TourRadar 4/5

Canada: The UltimateTravelGuide by TourRadar gives you all the info you need to explore this Northern nation like a pro. Learn some basics about the country, including what you have to do & see once you arrive, when it's best to travel and which food & drinks you definitely need to enjoy throughout your journey.
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Canada is a stunning destination that provides travellers an endless natural playground to get lost in. From the incredible mountain ranges of British Columbia to the coves and cliffs of Canada'sEast Coast (and everywhere in between), the True North strong and free has it all.
The country is made up of 10 provinces and 3 territories, each with their own unique cultural backgrounds, adventurous activities and impressive landscapes....

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Ho Chi Minh City Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

Ho Chi Minh City, on the southern tip of Vietnam, is one of South East Asia’s emerging boom cities. Still affectionately known by many as Saigon, this is Vietnam’s largest city and its economic engine room.
Ho Chi Minh City has an irrepressible soul and an entrepreneurial energy that hums day and night. Despite almost a century of colonialism and brutal conflict, today this city is renowned for its warm hospitality, which even extends to former foes. A youthful enthusiasm flows through this city, just like the stream of scooters, motorbikes and cars that flow endlessly through its chaotic streets.
In Ho Chi Minh City, it feels as though the future has arrived… and yet the past is never far away. Wide boulevards built during the French colonial era are lined with cutting edge skyscrapers...

Travel Guide to Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur and Terengganu)

In this travel video travel guide to Malaysia, I travel to Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur, and to Terangganu, the country's second-largest city.
I start...

In this travel video travel guide to Malaysia, I travel to Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur, and to Terangganu, the country's second-largest city.
I start off my trip by exploring Kenyir Lake, located just west of Terangganu, which is actually the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia (it's the size of Singapore). I head to the far end of the lake by speedboat to go trekking into the hilly jungle where I come across a school of hungry fish waiting for eager tourists like myself to provide them with a cheap snack. I then head back on the lake to explore the many islands that call this lake home.
Next, I head back onto the water -- this time onto the ocean -- to do a little squid jigging as part of the first annual TerengganuInternationalSquid Jigging Fest. Squid jigging, for those of you that don't know, is the act of fishing for squid by hand with a line and hook, something I have questionable skill doing.
Back onto dry land, I explore the market in Terangganu, one of the best places to find fresh seafood in the entire country, and try some of the region's favorite desserts and iced coffee.
For the second half of the video, I head east to the capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, where I -- what else? -- find some street food in the famous Chow Kit neighborhood, followed by a little more food in Kampung Baru, a sleeping Malay enclave flanked by the city's downtown tower.
I then take the monorail (!) to explore the Petronas Towers and the KL Tower, two of the city's most famous landmarks, followed by dinner in Jalan Alor, the city's famed outdoor street food district.
Finally, it's time for a little rest and relaxation back on the west coast of Malaysia at the island of Redang, one of the country's most beautiful tropical islands, where I get to experience what beach life is like in Malaysia.

In this travel video travel guide to Malaysia, I travel to Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur, and to Terangganu, the country's second-largest city.
I start off my trip by exploring Kenyir Lake, located just west of Terangganu, which is actually the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia (it's the size of Singapore). I head to the far end of the lake by speedboat to go trekking into the hilly jungle where I come across a school of hungry fish waiting for eager tourists like myself to provide them with a cheap snack. I then head back on the lake to explore the many islands that call this lake home.
Next, I head back onto the water -- this time onto the ocean -- to do a little squid jigging as part of the first annual TerengganuInternationalSquid Jigging Fest. Squid jigging, for those of you that don't know, is the act of fishing for squid by hand with a line and hook, something I have questionable skill doing.
Back onto dry land, I explore the market in Terangganu, one of the best places to find fresh seafood in the entire country, and try some of the region's favorite desserts and iced coffee.
For the second half of the video, I head east to the capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, where I -- what else? -- find some street food in the famous Chow Kit neighborhood, followed by a little more food in Kampung Baru, a sleeping Malay enclave flanked by the city's downtown tower.
I then take the monorail (!) to explore the Petronas Towers and the KL Tower, two of the city's most famous landmarks, followed by dinner in Jalan Alor, the city's famed outdoor street food district.
Finally, it's time for a little rest and relaxation back on the west coast of Malaysia at the island of Redang, one of the country's most beautiful tropical islands, where I get to experience what beach life is like in Malaysia.

Travel video about destination Jordan.
Jordan is known as The Pearl Of The Orient: a fascinating land with a culture that is thousands of years old, a land of colourful epochs and biblical history, all to be rediscovered in this Hasemite kingdom that was founded in 1946. Pharaohs, Assyrian kings and Persian monarchs once fought for this country. Nabateans, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders and Ottomans, each of them left their traces in Jordan.Amman is Jordan’s capital city in which, poverty and wealth live side by side. The KingAbdullahMosque is the largest and, due to its striking blue cupola, the most beautiful mosque in Amman. Although only completed in 1988 it is an important symbol of Islam and five times a day the Muezzin calls to the faithful from its Minaret. In 1900 the Ottoman Sultan ordered the construction of the Hedjaz Railroad. It was designed to unite the Ottoman Empire that had begun to disintegrate as well as to transport Moslem pilgrims to Medina in the Hedjaz Mountains. Around thirty kilometres northwest of Amman is As-Salt that is situated between two mountain slopes. Up until the First World War this city that had a good supply of water and enjoyed a good climate, was the main metropolis of Trans-Jordan. Saladin had this fortress built on a twelve hundred metre high hill in 1184. Qal’at Ajlun was meant to be a defence against the approaching Crusaders and also to protect pilgrims on their way to Mecca. At an altitude of eight hundred metres is a place of great significance for the Jewish and Christian faiths, NeboMountain, where God revealed to Moses the Promised Land for the first time after his forty year journey from Egypt. NearWadi Musa, The Valley Of Moses, is the fascinating and legendary rose red city of Petra. Its strategic location at the junction of six important caravan routes, including the famous Incense Road, brought much prosperity to the city. The most impressive route to Petra travels through the Siq, a narrow gorge with huge sandstone walls. Jordan is a priceless gem located in the Near East with all the magical romance of the Orient!

Travel video about destination Jordan.
Jordan is known as The Pearl Of The Orient: a fascinating land with a culture that is thousands of years old, a land of colourful epochs and biblical history, all to be rediscovered in this Hasemite kingdom that was founded in 1946. Pharaohs, Assyrian kings and Persian monarchs once fought for this country. Nabateans, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders and Ottomans, each of them left their traces in Jordan.Amman is Jordan’s capital city in which, poverty and wealth live side by side. The KingAbdullahMosque is the largest and, due to its striking blue cupola, the most beautiful mosque in Amman. Although only completed in 1988 it is an important symbol of Islam and five times a day the Muezzin calls to the faithful from its Minaret. In 1900 the Ottoman Sultan ordered the construction of the Hedjaz Railroad. It was designed to unite the Ottoman Empire that had begun to disintegrate as well as to transport Moslem pilgrims to Medina in the Hedjaz Mountains. Around thirty kilometres northwest of Amman is As-Salt that is situated between two mountain slopes. Up until the First World War this city that had a good supply of water and enjoyed a good climate, was the main metropolis of Trans-Jordan. Saladin had this fortress built on a twelve hundred metre high hill in 1184. Qal’at Ajlun was meant to be a defence against the approaching Crusaders and also to protect pilgrims on their way to Mecca. At an altitude of eight hundred metres is a place of great significance for the Jewish and Christian faiths, NeboMountain, where God revealed to Moses the Promised Land for the first time after his forty year journey from Egypt. NearWadi Musa, The Valley Of Moses, is the fascinating and legendary rose red city of Petra. Its strategic location at the junction of six important caravan routes, including the famous Incense Road, brought much prosperity to the city. The most impressive route to Petra travels through the Siq, a narrow gorge with huge sandstone walls. Jordan is a priceless gem located in the Near East with all the magical romance of the Orient!

Antigua Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia (4k 60fps)

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Just 3 hours from Miami and 8 from London is Antigua, the largest island in the nation of Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua’s capital is St. John’s, a port town of plantation shutters, iron roofs and colors as bright as our spirit. Mix up a little history and shopping down by the city’s quays, where old shop houses have been given new life as cafes, bars and duty-free boutiques.
Take a break from the noonday sun in the shade of the old Courthouse, now the home of the national museum. Then, spend a lazy afternoon walking the ramparts of the harbor’s fortifications.
Just to the north of St. John’s, you’ll find Runaway Beach and Dickenson Bay, home to some of the purest sands and finest resorts in the West Indies.
On the island’s eastern side, visit the historic sugar plantation, Betty’s Hope. A few miles east, feel the power of nature at Devil’s Bridge, a natural arch carved by Atlantic waves.
Let the breeze carry you further around the Island, to beauty spots like Half Moon Bay and Mamora Bay, then drop anchor for a while at English Harbor.
From English Harbor back to St. John’s, it’s just one perfect beach after another. Some say there are 365 beaches in Antigua, one for each day of the year. But you won’t see them all, don’t even try. Just take it easy, because the slower you move, the better you’ll feel and Antigua is all about feeling good.

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Just 3 hours from Miami and 8 from London is Antigua, the largest island in the nation of Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua’s capital is St. John’s, a port town of plantation shutters, iron roofs and colors as bright as our spirit. Mix up a little history and shopping down by the city’s quays, where old shop houses have been given new life as cafes, bars and duty-free boutiques.
Take a break from the noonday sun in the shade of the old Courthouse, now the home of the national museum. Then, spend a lazy afternoon walking the ramparts of the harbor’s fortifications.
Just to the north of St. John’s, you’ll find Runaway Beach and Dickenson Bay, home to some of the purest sands and finest resorts in the West Indies.
On the island’s eastern side, visit the historic sugar plantation, Betty’s Hope. A few miles east, feel the power of nature at Devil’s Bridge, a natural arch carved by Atlantic waves.
Let the breeze carry you further around the Island, to beauty spots like Half Moon Bay and Mamora Bay, then drop anchor for a while at English Harbor.
From English Harbor back to St. John’s, it’s just one perfect beach after another. Some say there are 365 beaches in Antigua, one for each day of the year. But you won’t see them all, don’t even try. Just take it easy, because the slower you move, the better you’ll feel and Antigua is all about feeling good.

East Africa Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination East Africa.
East Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world and its magnificent wilderness and fasc...

Travel video about destination East Africa.
East Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world and its magnificent wilderness and fascinating wildlife is one of the few remaining unspoiled regions on earth. Lake Naivasha is the ideal habitat for both the rare Fish Eagle and African Eagle, thus it is a perfect location from which to observe these fascinating birds. Due to its rich variety of wildlife and the spectacular beauty of its landscape Kenya is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. The MassaiMaraNational Park is located around six hours from Nairobi and is one of the country’s most extraordinary game reserves. Its name indicates the presence of one of Africa’s most colourful tribes, the Massai. The Amboseli National Park also contains many of East Africa’s most important landscapes and represents the magnificence of the African flora and fauna that grows in this relatively small, protected area. The local wildlife stays at a safe distance from the geysers of Lake Bogoria as the steaming hot springs can prove fatal for the flamingos and other water birds that live there. Nevertheless, quite often the bones of dead animals can be seen close to the geysers as some venture too close and are killed by the hot steam. At an altitude of nearly six thousand metres, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the African continent. For most of the time its summit is covered by a dense ring of cloud that gives the mountain an air of mystique. There are few other places on earth that offer the huge variety of nature as does the legendary east of the African continent. A magical destination and a wild natural paradise that is second to none!

Travel video about destination East Africa.
East Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world and its magnificent wilderness and fascinating wildlife is one of the few remaining unspoiled regions on earth. Lake Naivasha is the ideal habitat for both the rare Fish Eagle and African Eagle, thus it is a perfect location from which to observe these fascinating birds. Due to its rich variety of wildlife and the spectacular beauty of its landscape Kenya is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. The MassaiMaraNational Park is located around six hours from Nairobi and is one of the country’s most extraordinary game reserves. Its name indicates the presence of one of Africa’s most colourful tribes, the Massai. The Amboseli National Park also contains many of East Africa’s most important landscapes and represents the magnificence of the African flora and fauna that grows in this relatively small, protected area. The local wildlife stays at a safe distance from the geysers of Lake Bogoria as the steaming hot springs can prove fatal for the flamingos and other water birds that live there. Nevertheless, quite often the bones of dead animals can be seen close to the geysers as some venture too close and are killed by the hot steam. At an altitude of nearly six thousand metres, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the African continent. For most of the time its summit is covered by a dense ring of cloud that gives the mountain an air of mystique. There are few other places on earth that offer the huge variety of nature as does the legendary east of the African continent. A magical destination and a wild natural paradise that is second to none!

Sydney Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

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Ready for an adventure? Click play on our travel guide video to uncover some of the best things to do in Syndey, Australia.
Established in 1788 as a penal colony, Sydney was once a little rough around the edges, but it has since transformed into a must-visit coastal destination. Today, tourists flock to this city on the east coast of Australia for its pristine beaches, coves, and harbors.
During your romp around the scenic coastline, make a stop at the Syndey Opera House and eye its magnificent architectural design. Looking for a little more adventure? Venture over to the Syndey Harbour Bridge, nicknamed “The Coathanger,” and brave a bridge climb tour. Next, hop on the antique thrill rides at Luna Park, which is a family-friendly favorite that dates back to 1935, or saunter around Darling Harbour. Meanwhile, if you’d prefer to make a splash, dive into the waves at Bondi Beach or hang ten at nearby Manly Beach.
Dabble in the city’s history, architecture, and beach towns, and embark on several Sydney tours during your next trip to the capital of New South Walves. To jump-start your adventure and get more tips and ideas on how to spend your Sydney sojourn, check out our travel guide video.
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Ready for an adventure? Click play on our travel guide video to uncover some of the best things to do in Syndey, Australia.
Established in 1788 as a penal colony, Sydney was once a little rough around the edges, but it has since transformed into a must-visit coastal destination. Today, tourists flock to this city on the east coast of Australia for its pristine beaches, coves, and harbors.
During your romp around the scenic coastline, make a stop at the Syndey Opera House and eye its magnificent architectural design. Looking for a little more adventure? Venture over to the Syndey Harbour Bridge, nicknamed “The Coathanger,” and brave a bridge climb tour. Next, hop on the antique thrill rides at Luna Park, which is a family-friendly favorite that dates back to 1935, or saunter around Darling Harbour. Meanwhile, if you’d prefer to make a splash, dive into the waves at Bondi Beach or hang ten at nearby Manly Beach.
Dabble in the city’s history, architecture, and beach towns, and embark on several Sydney tours during your next trip to the capital of New South Walves. To jump-start your adventure and get more tips and ideas on how to spend your Sydney sojourn, check out our travel guide video.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Czech Republic

Last May we spent 3 weeks in the Czech Republic in search of the best places to visit. After featuring this awesome country in our Top 10 destinations for 2015...

Last May we spent 3 weeks in the Czech Republic in search of the best places to visit. After featuring this awesome country in our Top 10 destinations for 2015 video, we needed to go and experience it for ourselves. The Czech Republic exceeded our expectations.
Prague was great, as expected, but there's so much to discover outside the big the city!. The national parks and natural reserves are incredibly beautiful.
We have put together our favorite 10 places:
-Prague
-Jeseniky
-Brno
-Bohemian Switzerland
-Cesky Krumlov
-Kromeriz
-Znojmo
-Ostrava
-Litomysl
-Mikulov
For more information visit the CzechTourism website:
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-Northern Hikes
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Last May we spent 3 weeks in the Czech Republic in search of the best places to visit. After featuring this awesome country in our Top 10 destinations for 2015 video, we needed to go and experience it for ourselves. The Czech Republic exceeded our expectations.
Prague was great, as expected, but there's so much to discover outside the big the city!. The national parks and natural reserves are incredibly beautiful.
We have put together our favorite 10 places:
-Prague
-Jeseniky
-Brno
-Bohemian Switzerland
-Cesky Krumlov
-Kromeriz
-Znojmo
-Ostrava
-Litomysl
-Mikulov
For more information visit the CzechTourism website:
https://www.czechtourism.com
This video was sponsored by Czech Tourism US & CanadaSpecial thanks to all the regional partners that also made this video possible:
-Cesky Krumlov Tourism
-Czech Inn Hotel Prague
-Prague UrbanAdventures
-Tourist Authority of South Moravia
-Tourist Authority of EastMoravia
-Northern Hikes
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The “Big Island” of Hawaii is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, and offers a fascinating and stunning array of beautiful scenery for you to explore.
Sightseeing on Hawaii’s Big Island means your days will be filled with natural wonders: wander around a lava field, stroll through a tropical rainforest, and take a dip in the warm waters of the Pacific. To get the most out of your Hawaii Big Island tour and to get an idea of what areas you’d like to see up close, we suggest renting a car and exploring Hawaii’s Big Island from behind the wheel. The Onomea Bay Scenic Drive, located along the Hamakua Coast, will take you past shimmering emerald rainforest and astonishing glimpses of the tranquil Pacific Ocean. It’s the perfect place to get some pictures and see what the beauty of Hawaii is really about.
No tour of Hawaii’s Big Island is complete without meeting the sea turtles of Kahalu’u Bay. Strap on your mask and snorkel, and swim around the warm, blue-green waters of the bay to get up close and personal with the turtles and thousands of other sea creatures. If hanging out with the sea life isn’t entirely your cup of tea, you can also try paddleboarding, jet skiing, or a variety of other watersports. Alternatively, you can spoil yourself in the time-honored indulgence of relaxing on the black lava sands, soaking up some of the legendary Hawaiian sunshine.
What will you do on Hawaii’s Big Island?
Visit our Hawaii’s Big Island travel guide page for more information or to plan your next vacation!
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The “Big Island” of Hawaii is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, and offers a fascinating and stunning array of beautiful scenery for you to explore.
Sightseeing on Hawaii’s Big Island means your days will be filled with natural wonders: wander around a lava field, stroll through a tropical rainforest, and take a dip in the warm waters of the Pacific. To get the most out of your Hawaii Big Island tour and to get an idea of what areas you’d like to see up close, we suggest renting a car and exploring Hawaii’s Big Island from behind the wheel. The Onomea Bay Scenic Drive, located along the Hamakua Coast, will take you past shimmering emerald rainforest and astonishing glimpses of the tranquil Pacific Ocean. It’s the perfect place to get some pictures and see what the beauty of Hawaii is really about.
No tour of Hawaii’s Big Island is complete without meeting the sea turtles of Kahalu’u Bay. Strap on your mask and snorkel, and swim around the warm, blue-green waters of the bay to get up close and personal with the turtles and thousands of other sea creatures. If hanging out with the sea life isn’t entirely your cup of tea, you can also try paddleboarding, jet skiing, or a variety of other watersports. Alternatively, you can spoil yourself in the time-honored indulgence of relaxing on the black lava sands, soaking up some of the legendary Hawaiian sunshine.
What will you do on Hawaii’s Big Island?
Visit our Hawaii’s Big Island travel guide page for more information or to plan your next vacation!
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Things to do in Israel | Top Attractions Travel Guide

When you think of traveling to Israel visiting religious sites in Jerusalem or basing yourself in Tel Aviv may initially come to mind. However, when exploring ...

When you think of traveling to Israel visiting religious sites in Jerusalem or basing yourself in Tel Aviv may initially come to mind. However, when exploring Israel it is paramount to set aside enough time to get off the beaten path and explore more of the country. Fortunately, for us, we were able to make two separate trips to Israel experiencing as much food, culture, historical and modern attractions as we possibly could.
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The following is a list of things to do in Israel with a focus on the top attractions in this travel guide:
1) Regardless of whether you can swim (or not swim) well you will most certainly float when visiting the Dead Sea. Covering yourself in gooey mud and joining others floating is one of the top attractions in Israel.
2) No trip to Israel would be complete without sampling the local cuisine and especially the street food. With this in mind we walked all the way from our hotel room in Tel Aviv to Jaffa - an ancient city renowned for its amazing hummus and other street food. Aside from just hummus we were able to try Shaksouka, cheese stuffed pastries, malabi and kanafeh.
3) Having the opportunity to take a tour of the West Bank (or Palestine) is an eye opening experience. Media coverage, from the perspective of the west, often depicts this area as being quite unruly and poor; however, a tour there really dispels a lot of myths. We had the opportunity to eat falafel, walking around the streets and get a real sense of what life is like in this region. Some highlights included visiting Sheppard's Field, the Jordan River and oldest city in the world - Jericho. To end our trip we drank beer at the West Bank Palestinian brewery.
4) Getting off the beaten track a little we visited Rosh Hanikra. Known as the window to the Mediterranean we were treated to breathtaking views and an amazing sunset.
5) Aside from just eating our way around Jaffa, we took the time to properly explore it on foot. One of the top highlights was visiting a traditional flea market,
6) Taking the cable car up to visit Masada was a welcome relief considering how hot it was on the day we visited. As we wandered about we visited an old water cistern and Byzantine church.
7) Caesarea! The ruins of the ancient city once given from AgusCaesar to Harrod the Great was an experience we'll never forget. Walking around in the Hippodrome allowed me to visualize what the old chariot races must have been like.
8) One of my favorite meals in Israel was prepared by a Druze family. This amazing feast, in the form of a buffet, featured kebabs, olives, chicken and stuffed cabbage just to name a few.
9) Wondering wear to rest your sleepy head while traveling in Israel? Look no further than the Fauzi Azar Inn in Nazareth. This converted ArabMansion.
10) One of the more frontier attractions was visiting Golan Heights and the Sea of Galilee. We toured around the BaniasReserve and Mount Bental.
11) Considering how tasty the food is in Israel it would be a shame to leave without knowing how to recreate these delectable delights back home in your own kitchen. Fortunately, for us, we were able to take a cooking class at Dan Gourmet in Tel Aviv. We learned how to make Lahmacun and charred eggplant amongst other dishes.
12) Have you ever wondered how olive oil is made? Visiting an olive press answered our all of our questions and made us appreciate the craft of making this high quality cooking oil. For the best vantage point of Nazareth we headed to Mount Precipice for panoramic 360 degree views. Finally, we visited Haifa to check out the famous Bahá'í gardens.
כאשר אתה חושב על הנסיעה לישראל לבקר באתרים דתיים בירושלים או מבססת את עצמך בתל אביב עשוי בתחילה מגיע אל המוח. עם זאת, כאשר בוחנים ישראל אותו הוא בעל חשיבות עליונה להפריש מספיק זמן כדי לקבל את השביל הכבושולחקור יותר של המדינה. למרבה המזל, עבורנו, שהיינו מסוגל לעשות את שתי נסיעות נפרדות לישראל נתקל בכמה שיותר אוכל, תרבות, היסטורי ואטרקציות מודרניות כפי שאנו יכולים להיות.
This is part of our Travel in Israel series showcasing Israeli culture, Israeli arts & Israeli foods.
This video features music -various artists and various songs - available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Commercial license.

When you think of traveling to Israel visiting religious sites in Jerusalem or basing yourself in Tel Aviv may initially come to mind. However, when exploring Israel it is paramount to set aside enough time to get off the beaten path and explore more of the country. Fortunately, for us, we were able to make two separate trips to Israel experiencing as much food, culture, historical and modern attractions as we possibly could.
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The following is a list of things to do in Israel with a focus on the top attractions in this travel guide:
1) Regardless of whether you can swim (or not swim) well you will most certainly float when visiting the Dead Sea. Covering yourself in gooey mud and joining others floating is one of the top attractions in Israel.
2) No trip to Israel would be complete without sampling the local cuisine and especially the street food. With this in mind we walked all the way from our hotel room in Tel Aviv to Jaffa - an ancient city renowned for its amazing hummus and other street food. Aside from just hummus we were able to try Shaksouka, cheese stuffed pastries, malabi and kanafeh.
3) Having the opportunity to take a tour of the West Bank (or Palestine) is an eye opening experience. Media coverage, from the perspective of the west, often depicts this area as being quite unruly and poor; however, a tour there really dispels a lot of myths. We had the opportunity to eat falafel, walking around the streets and get a real sense of what life is like in this region. Some highlights included visiting Sheppard's Field, the Jordan River and oldest city in the world - Jericho. To end our trip we drank beer at the West Bank Palestinian brewery.
4) Getting off the beaten track a little we visited Rosh Hanikra. Known as the window to the Mediterranean we were treated to breathtaking views and an amazing sunset.
5) Aside from just eating our way around Jaffa, we took the time to properly explore it on foot. One of the top highlights was visiting a traditional flea market,
6) Taking the cable car up to visit Masada was a welcome relief considering how hot it was on the day we visited. As we wandered about we visited an old water cistern and Byzantine church.
7) Caesarea! The ruins of the ancient city once given from AgusCaesar to Harrod the Great was an experience we'll never forget. Walking around in the Hippodrome allowed me to visualize what the old chariot races must have been like.
8) One of my favorite meals in Israel was prepared by a Druze family. This amazing feast, in the form of a buffet, featured kebabs, olives, chicken and stuffed cabbage just to name a few.
9) Wondering wear to rest your sleepy head while traveling in Israel? Look no further than the Fauzi Azar Inn in Nazareth. This converted ArabMansion.
10) One of the more frontier attractions was visiting Golan Heights and the Sea of Galilee. We toured around the BaniasReserve and Mount Bental.
11) Considering how tasty the food is in Israel it would be a shame to leave without knowing how to recreate these delectable delights back home in your own kitchen. Fortunately, for us, we were able to take a cooking class at Dan Gourmet in Tel Aviv. We learned how to make Lahmacun and charred eggplant amongst other dishes.
12) Have you ever wondered how olive oil is made? Visiting an olive press answered our all of our questions and made us appreciate the craft of making this high quality cooking oil. For the best vantage point of Nazareth we headed to Mount Precipice for panoramic 360 degree views. Finally, we visited Haifa to check out the famous Bahá'í gardens.
כאשר אתה חושב על הנסיעה לישראל לבקר באתרים דתיים בירושלים או מבססת את עצמך בתל אביב עשוי בתחילה מגיע אל המוח. עם זאת, כאשר בוחנים ישראל אותו הוא בעל חשיבות עליונה להפריש מספיק זמן כדי לקבל את השביל הכבושולחקור יותר של המדינה. למרבה המזל, עבורנו, שהיינו מסוגל לעשות את שתי נסיעות נפרדות לישראל נתקל בכמה שיותר אוכל, תרבות, היסטורי ואטרקציות מודרניות כפי שאנו יכולים להיות.
This is part of our Travel in Israel series showcasing Israeli culture, Israeli arts & Israeli foods.
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With a population of only 300,000, Iceland can feel like the most isolated place on earth, yet its capital Reykjavik, is only a three-hour flight from London an...

With a population of only 300,000, Iceland can feel like the most isolated place on earth, yet its capital Reykjavik, is only a three-hour flight from London and just under six from New York.
Reykjavik is relaxed and welcoming, yet possesses a cultural life that holds its own against other European capitals. Most buildings are built simple and low to beat the North Atlantic winds. However, the city is also graced with grand civic architecture inspired by Iceland’s natural beauty, such as the soaring central tower of Hallgrímskirkja.
Many of the country’s most popular sights are within easy reach of Reykjavík. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Iceland, at the Blue Lagoon. Then spend a day or two in The Golden Circle, an area which encompasses three of Iceland’s greatest natural wonders; Thingvellir National Park, the GeysirGeothermalField, and Gullfoss.
Iceland’s main ring road strings together an endless series of epic landscapes. Less than two hours drive east of Reykjavik are two of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Continue eastward towards Vík, Iceland’s southern-most village, where you’ll find the dramatic landscapes of Black Beach, Reynisdrangar, and Dyrholaey. Follow the ring road for another two hours into the ethereal light of Jökulsárlón Lake, where icebergs break away from Europe’s largest glacier and float for years before tumbling out to sea.
Head north and feel the earth rumble at Europe’s mightiest waterfall, Dettifoss. Then explore the Myvatn region, a tranquil lake surrounded by nature in all its violent beauty. Take a careful walk through the boiling landscape of Namafjall, lose yourself amid the lava pillars of Dimmuborgir, and peer into the caldera of Krafla Volcano.
Known as the Capital of the North, Akureyri is the perfect place to warm up and enjoy some creature comforts, before heading off into the wilds again. In Iceland, every side road is a story waiting to unfold. So come, and live your own Icelandic story, it’s one you’ll keep telling for the rest of your days.
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With a population of only 300,000, Iceland can feel like the most isolated place on earth, yet its capital Reykjavik, is only a three-hour flight from London and just under six from New York.
Reykjavik is relaxed and welcoming, yet possesses a cultural life that holds its own against other European capitals. Most buildings are built simple and low to beat the North Atlantic winds. However, the city is also graced with grand civic architecture inspired by Iceland’s natural beauty, such as the soaring central tower of Hallgrímskirkja.
Many of the country’s most popular sights are within easy reach of Reykjavík. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Iceland, at the Blue Lagoon. Then spend a day or two in The Golden Circle, an area which encompasses three of Iceland’s greatest natural wonders; Thingvellir National Park, the GeysirGeothermalField, and Gullfoss.
Iceland’s main ring road strings together an endless series of epic landscapes. Less than two hours drive east of Reykjavik are two of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Continue eastward towards Vík, Iceland’s southern-most village, where you’ll find the dramatic landscapes of Black Beach, Reynisdrangar, and Dyrholaey. Follow the ring road for another two hours into the ethereal light of Jökulsárlón Lake, where icebergs break away from Europe’s largest glacier and float for years before tumbling out to sea.
Head north and feel the earth rumble at Europe’s mightiest waterfall, Dettifoss. Then explore the Myvatn region, a tranquil lake surrounded by nature in all its violent beauty. Take a careful walk through the boiling landscape of Namafjall, lose yourself amid the lava pillars of Dimmuborgir, and peer into the caldera of Krafla Volcano.
Known as the Capital of the North, Akureyri is the perfect place to warm up and enjoy some creature comforts, before heading off into the wilds again. In Iceland, every side road is a story waiting to unfold. So come, and live your own Icelandic story, it’s one you’ll keep telling for the rest of your days.
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UkraineTrip 2017, Ukraine TravelGuide, Ukraine Tourism & Vacations
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WARNING ( 1 ):
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There are risks in traveling to eastern Ukraine because of the war between the Donbass irregular forces and the Ukrainian forces in the eastern areas of Luhansk and Donetsk.
While tourists are unlikely to be the intended targets of violence, current protests cause complications to visitors, since services are disrupted.
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Ukraine (Ukrainian: Україна) is a country in Eastern Europe. It lies at the northwest end of the Black Sea, with Russia to the east, Belarus to the north, Poland to the northwest, Slovakia and Hungary to the west, and Romania to the south west and south, with Moldova in between.
Most of the country (the central and eastern portions) was formerly a part of Russian Empire; after the October Revolution and the Civil War, the entire country, known as the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic, was a part of the Soviet Union. Ukraine is the second-largest country in Europe, albeit with a slightly declining population.
See in Ukraine
================
Ukraine is a country worth seeing and visiting over and over.
See UNESCO listed Lviv centre, Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans in Chernivtsi, Saint-Sophia Cathedral and Pechersk Lavra in Kiev.
Do in Ukraine
==================
Hike in Carpathian Mountains around Rakhiv. Conquer 2,061m Hoverla, part of the Chornohora mountain range.
Kayak down Dniester and admire Kamianets-Podilskyi and Khotyn castles.
Chill out on Crimea beaches in summer.
Buy in Ukraine
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Travel Warning WARNING ( 2 ): Be aware that is illegal to take any items of historical importance out of the country. This includes badges, medals, icons, historical paintings, etc. This law is strictly enforced at all exit points of the country and one risks heavy fines and/or imprisonment.
To shop you will most certainly need local currency (hryvnia). British pound, Euro, US dollar and other currency exchange points are very common in cities, and the exchange rate is usually very fair (except in Kiev, where the exchange rate is higher compared to other cities). However, sometimes and in some banks there are problems with cash deposits (or that is the official version), so do not exchange too many dollars unless you're traveling to the more provincial areas. When doing person-to-person payments you might be able to pay in Euros or US dollars, as those are widely recognized, and you might in fact get better rates than in official exchange points. However, be careful, because it's not legal to make payments with foreign currency.
If you want to buy any kind of artwork in Kiev, the place to visit is Andriivskij Uzviz (Андріївський узвіз in Ukrainian, Андреевский спуск in Russian).
If you don't want to have trouble exchanging money keep one of these currencies: EUR, RUB, USD. In South and East Ukraine, it is almost impossible to exchange other currency. In Western Ukraine (especially in Lviv) PLN (polish zloty) can also be exchanged without any problems.
Eat in Ukraine
===================
Ukrainian cuisine is quite tasty, but just as other cuisines in the region uses a lot of fat ingredients, especially in the festive dishes. Traditional local food includes "salo" (salted lard) and soups like "borshch" (борщ in Ukrainian) made of red beets or "solianka" (солянка in Ukrainian) which is a delicious meat soup. The first, salo, is perhaps something you might not make yourself try - however is a delicious side dish, as for the soups being a must-have dish.
If you are outside a big city or in doubt about food, exercise caution and common sense about where you buy food. Try to buy groceries only in supermarkets or large grocery stores, always check the expiration date, and never buy meat or dairy products on the street (you can buy them at the market but not near the market).
In most towns in Ukraine there are some very good restaurants. Read the menu boards posted by the entrance of every establishment to help you to choose.
You may also find nice places to eat not by signs, but just by the smoke of traditional wood fires. These are often places where they serve traditional Ukrainian food, including very tasty shashlyky (шашлики in Ukrainian). Restaurateurs are very friendly, and, more often than not, you will be one of their first foreign visitors. Next to the "borshch", you might also ask for "varenyky" (вареники in Ukrainian, dumplings filled with meat, vegetables or fruits) or "deruny" (деруни, potato pancakes). You have to try varenyky with potatoes and cottage cheese in a sautéed onion and sourcream sauce, a fantastic dish. These are just starters, but ones that might fill you up quickly.

UkraineTrip 2017, Ukraine TravelGuide, Ukraine Tourism & Vacations
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WARNING ( 1 ):
==========
There are risks in traveling to eastern Ukraine because of the war between the Donbass irregular forces and the Ukrainian forces in the eastern areas of Luhansk and Donetsk.
While tourists are unlikely to be the intended targets of violence, current protests cause complications to visitors, since services are disrupted.
-----------------
Ukraine (Ukrainian: Україна) is a country in Eastern Europe. It lies at the northwest end of the Black Sea, with Russia to the east, Belarus to the north, Poland to the northwest, Slovakia and Hungary to the west, and Romania to the south west and south, with Moldova in between.
Most of the country (the central and eastern portions) was formerly a part of Russian Empire; after the October Revolution and the Civil War, the entire country, known as the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic, was a part of the Soviet Union. Ukraine is the second-largest country in Europe, albeit with a slightly declining population.
See in Ukraine
================
Ukraine is a country worth seeing and visiting over and over.
See UNESCO listed Lviv centre, Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans in Chernivtsi, Saint-Sophia Cathedral and Pechersk Lavra in Kiev.
Do in Ukraine
==================
Hike in Carpathian Mountains around Rakhiv. Conquer 2,061m Hoverla, part of the Chornohora mountain range.
Kayak down Dniester and admire Kamianets-Podilskyi and Khotyn castles.
Chill out on Crimea beaches in summer.
Buy in Ukraine
====================
Travel Warning WARNING ( 2 ): Be aware that is illegal to take any items of historical importance out of the country. This includes badges, medals, icons, historical paintings, etc. This law is strictly enforced at all exit points of the country and one risks heavy fines and/or imprisonment.
To shop you will most certainly need local currency (hryvnia). British pound, Euro, US dollar and other currency exchange points are very common in cities, and the exchange rate is usually very fair (except in Kiev, where the exchange rate is higher compared to other cities). However, sometimes and in some banks there are problems with cash deposits (or that is the official version), so do not exchange too many dollars unless you're traveling to the more provincial areas. When doing person-to-person payments you might be able to pay in Euros or US dollars, as those are widely recognized, and you might in fact get better rates than in official exchange points. However, be careful, because it's not legal to make payments with foreign currency.
If you want to buy any kind of artwork in Kiev, the place to visit is Andriivskij Uzviz (Андріївський узвіз in Ukrainian, Андреевский спуск in Russian).
If you don't want to have trouble exchanging money keep one of these currencies: EUR, RUB, USD. In South and East Ukraine, it is almost impossible to exchange other currency. In Western Ukraine (especially in Lviv) PLN (polish zloty) can also be exchanged without any problems.
Eat in Ukraine
===================
Ukrainian cuisine is quite tasty, but just as other cuisines in the region uses a lot of fat ingredients, especially in the festive dishes. Traditional local food includes "salo" (salted lard) and soups like "borshch" (борщ in Ukrainian) made of red beets or "solianka" (солянка in Ukrainian) which is a delicious meat soup. The first, salo, is perhaps something you might not make yourself try - however is a delicious side dish, as for the soups being a must-have dish.
If you are outside a big city or in doubt about food, exercise caution and common sense about where you buy food. Try to buy groceries only in supermarkets or large grocery stores, always check the expiration date, and never buy meat or dairy products on the street (you can buy them at the market but not near the market).
In most towns in Ukraine there are some very good restaurants. Read the menu boards posted by the entrance of every establishment to help you to choose.
You may also find nice places to eat not by signs, but just by the smoke of traditional wood fires. These are often places where they serve traditional Ukrainian food, including very tasty shashlyky (шашлики in Ukrainian). Restaurateurs are very friendly, and, more often than not, you will be one of their first foreign visitors. Next to the "borshch", you might also ask for "varenyky" (вареники in Ukrainian, dumplings filled with meat, vegetables or fruits) or "deruny" (деруни, potato pancakes). You have to try varenyky with potatoes and cottage cheese in a sautéed onion and sourcream sauce, a fantastic dish. These are just starters, but ones that might fill you up quickly.

Argentina is one of the jewels in the Latin American crown. A vast country stretching 3,500 kilometres from the Bolivian border in the north to Ushuaia and the gateway to Antarctica in the south, it is a place that offers some of the most impressive natural wonders anywhere on earth. It has a world-class tourist infrastructure, with arguably the best cuisine on the continent, and it is safe. But its not just that that makes a trip to Argentina feel so special. The country simply has a redoubtable spirit unlike any other in the region, and nowhere is that more evident than in its lively capital, Buenos Aires.
If Argentina is one of the jewels in the Latin American crown, so the cosmopolitan Buenos Aires is one of the standout cities of the continent. Many gateway cities are just that, and you’re best off getting in and getting out, but not the Argentine capital; this is a destination in its own right that ideally requires at least 3 days to truly explore. A place where the elegance of old Europe crashes against the colourful coast of Latin America, Buenos Aires is a beautiful city, with elegant and impressive architecture, relaxing parks and some great sites. Must see locations include the colourful Bocca district, famous for its brightly painted homes, San Telmo, renowned for its antique market and strange curiosity shops, Palermo, home to some of the city’s most stylish restaurants, hotel and bars, and the smart district of Recoleta, most well-known for its famous cemetery, the final resting place of among others Argentina’s most famous daughter, Eva Peron.
From here heading north the first place you’ll be tempted to visit is one of the country’s many natural wonders… the famous Iguazu Falls.
From here, working our way anti clockwise around the country you’ll come to Corrientes and the Iberia wetlands. Although not commonly visited by international travellers, we at WildFrontiers love this place and run many trips to the atmospheric estancias where we have fun playing at being gauchos.
From here you come to Cordoba, the country’s second largest city. This is a region known for the pretty Andean foothills into which you can ride or walk.
Next up is the famous wine region of Mendoza. Anyone interested in gastronomy trips should spend at least 3 days here, where, staying at one of the locally-run boutique wineries you can enjoy some world class dining. But Mendoza isn’t only about cuisine… it is also the gateway to hikes up the America’s highest mountain, Aconcagua, and some good horse rides into the low Andes.
Heading north of here is the spectacular coloured mountain desert region of Salta, and the northern routes into Chile and the Atacama Desert, or heading further east you’ll next come to San Martin de los Andes, where you’ll find some wonderful mountain scenery with a few great estancias again offering some great riding, and fishing, experiences this time into the higher Andes.
Now heading south, the next location you’ll come to is one of the countries major highlights, the lake district of Bariloche. Here you can enjoy all manner of activities, from riding and cycling, to kayaking and abseiling, or just relaxing with a nice picnic on one of the regions many lakes.
Heading south on highway 40, passed the fossilised remains of the world’s largest dinosaur, and the famous painted hands at Cueva de las Manos, you come to FitzRoy National Park before hitting one of the most impressive areas on the continent, El Calafate, and the regions wide open steppes and famous glaciers that here crash down into the lakes. There are many such glaciers but perhaps the most famous is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Puerto Moreno glacier.
To the east of the country is Puerto Valdez, from which between October to March the Orca whales can be spotted, and in the very south is Ushuaia, and the gateway to Antarctica. At Wild Frontiers we have relationships with some of the best Antarctic explorer vessels.
Argentina is a huge country and unless you are lucky enough to have a month to travel you are unlikely to see it all in one visit. The important thing is to work out what you’d like to see most, and then let us help you work out the best way to do it.
Although Argentina may not have the level indigenous cultural traditions that Bolivia and Peru enjoy; although it might not have the beaches, colour and sheer razzmatazz that Brazil can boast, Argentina does have a plethora of sites and experiences with which to seduce the visitor. With its dramatic Patagonian steppes, its extraordinary glaciers, its colourful mountains and deserts, its lakes and its coast, Argentina’s landscapes are second to none. Its wildlife is impressive and varied, its cuisine is world class and in its cultured, cosmopolitan capital city, it has one of the most fun metropolises anywhere on the planet.

Argentina is one of the jewels in the Latin American crown. A vast country stretching 3,500 kilometres from the Bolivian border in the north to Ushuaia and the gateway to Antarctica in the south, it is a place that offers some of the most impressive natural wonders anywhere on earth. It has a world-class tourist infrastructure, with arguably the best cuisine on the continent, and it is safe. But its not just that that makes a trip to Argentina feel so special. The country simply has a redoubtable spirit unlike any other in the region, and nowhere is that more evident than in its lively capital, Buenos Aires.
If Argentina is one of the jewels in the Latin American crown, so the cosmopolitan Buenos Aires is one of the standout cities of the continent. Many gateway cities are just that, and you’re best off getting in and getting out, but not the Argentine capital; this is a destination in its own right that ideally requires at least 3 days to truly explore. A place where the elegance of old Europe crashes against the colourful coast of Latin America, Buenos Aires is a beautiful city, with elegant and impressive architecture, relaxing parks and some great sites. Must see locations include the colourful Bocca district, famous for its brightly painted homes, San Telmo, renowned for its antique market and strange curiosity shops, Palermo, home to some of the city’s most stylish restaurants, hotel and bars, and the smart district of Recoleta, most well-known for its famous cemetery, the final resting place of among others Argentina’s most famous daughter, Eva Peron.
From here heading north the first place you’ll be tempted to visit is one of the country’s many natural wonders… the famous Iguazu Falls.
From here, working our way anti clockwise around the country you’ll come to Corrientes and the Iberia wetlands. Although not commonly visited by international travellers, we at WildFrontiers love this place and run many trips to the atmospheric estancias where we have fun playing at being gauchos.
From here you come to Cordoba, the country’s second largest city. This is a region known for the pretty Andean foothills into which you can ride or walk.
Next up is the famous wine region of Mendoza. Anyone interested in gastronomy trips should spend at least 3 days here, where, staying at one of the locally-run boutique wineries you can enjoy some world class dining. But Mendoza isn’t only about cuisine… it is also the gateway to hikes up the America’s highest mountain, Aconcagua, and some good horse rides into the low Andes.
Heading north of here is the spectacular coloured mountain desert region of Salta, and the northern routes into Chile and the Atacama Desert, or heading further east you’ll next come to San Martin de los Andes, where you’ll find some wonderful mountain scenery with a few great estancias again offering some great riding, and fishing, experiences this time into the higher Andes.
Now heading south, the next location you’ll come to is one of the countries major highlights, the lake district of Bariloche. Here you can enjoy all manner of activities, from riding and cycling, to kayaking and abseiling, or just relaxing with a nice picnic on one of the regions many lakes.
Heading south on highway 40, passed the fossilised remains of the world’s largest dinosaur, and the famous painted hands at Cueva de las Manos, you come to FitzRoy National Park before hitting one of the most impressive areas on the continent, El Calafate, and the regions wide open steppes and famous glaciers that here crash down into the lakes. There are many such glaciers but perhaps the most famous is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Puerto Moreno glacier.
To the east of the country is Puerto Valdez, from which between October to March the Orca whales can be spotted, and in the very south is Ushuaia, and the gateway to Antarctica. At Wild Frontiers we have relationships with some of the best Antarctic explorer vessels.
Argentina is a huge country and unless you are lucky enough to have a month to travel you are unlikely to see it all in one visit. The important thing is to work out what you’d like to see most, and then let us help you work out the best way to do it.
Although Argentina may not have the level indigenous cultural traditions that Bolivia and Peru enjoy; although it might not have the beaches, colour and sheer razzmatazz that Brazil can boast, Argentina does have a plethora of sites and experiences with which to seduce the visitor. With its dramatic Patagonian steppes, its extraordinary glaciers, its colourful mountains and deserts, its lakes and its coast, Argentina’s landscapes are second to none. Its wildlife is impressive and varied, its cuisine is world class and in its cultured, cosmopolitan capital city, it has one of the most fun metropolises anywhere on the planet.

Syria Vacation Travel Video Guide

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Syria is an ancient country of culture located between the Mediterranean and the desert. Its ancient desert metropolises, ...

Travel video about destination Syria.
Syria is an ancient country of culture located between the Mediterranean and the desert. Its ancient desert metropolises, old villages, impenetrable fortresses and biblical harbour towns have witnessed the rich and fascinating history of bygone times.Damascus is the capital of Syria and symbol of culture in the Near East and located a hundred kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The KalaaCitadel is situated on the periphery of the old town that was once surrounded by huge walls and it was from there that Saladin fended off the attacks of the Crusaders. The Khan As´Ad Pasha is often referred to as being the most beautiful caravansary in the Near East. Its inner courtyard is covered by eight mighty and partly painted cupolas each of which is supported by four pillars. Set amid the desert savannah of Syria are the proud remains of a unique and mysterious metropolis, Palmyra, a legendary ancient city that was built due to the existence of the TadmurOasis. The shortest and fastest route from the Mediterranean to Mesopotamia and Persia travels directly past the Tadmur Oasis thus it was only a question of time until an important trading post was founded there. Around a quarter of a million Bedouins live in Syria’s desert areas. They are nomads who speak Arabic and belong to the Muslim faith and their income is derived from sheep, goats and camels which produce both milk and meat. They travel the desert accompanied by their animals. Further north on the edge of the fertile Al Ghab Ditch is the ancient metropolis of Apameia, one of the most beautiful cities in the Near East. Apart from Bosra and Palmyra this huge city of ruins is one of the most important Hellenist regions in Syria. Syria is the Pearl Of The East. With deserts, wadis and mountains, castles and crusader fortresses, Roman ruins, palaces and mosques. A legendary country between both past and future whose cultural treasures still survive today.

Travel video about destination Syria.
Syria is an ancient country of culture located between the Mediterranean and the desert. Its ancient desert metropolises, old villages, impenetrable fortresses and biblical harbour towns have witnessed the rich and fascinating history of bygone times.Damascus is the capital of Syria and symbol of culture in the Near East and located a hundred kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The KalaaCitadel is situated on the periphery of the old town that was once surrounded by huge walls and it was from there that Saladin fended off the attacks of the Crusaders. The Khan As´Ad Pasha is often referred to as being the most beautiful caravansary in the Near East. Its inner courtyard is covered by eight mighty and partly painted cupolas each of which is supported by four pillars. Set amid the desert savannah of Syria are the proud remains of a unique and mysterious metropolis, Palmyra, a legendary ancient city that was built due to the existence of the TadmurOasis. The shortest and fastest route from the Mediterranean to Mesopotamia and Persia travels directly past the Tadmur Oasis thus it was only a question of time until an important trading post was founded there. Around a quarter of a million Bedouins live in Syria’s desert areas. They are nomads who speak Arabic and belong to the Muslim faith and their income is derived from sheep, goats and camels which produce both milk and meat. They travel the desert accompanied by their animals. Further north on the edge of the fertile Al Ghab Ditch is the ancient metropolis of Apameia, one of the most beautiful cities in the Near East. Apart from Bosra and Palmyra this huge city of ruins is one of the most important Hellenist regions in Syria. Syria is the Pearl Of The East. With deserts, wadis and mountains, castles and crusader fortresses, Roman ruins, palaces and mosques. A legendary country between both past and future whose cultural treasures still survive today.

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Cancun is a city in southeastern Mexico, located on the southeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is a major world-renowned tourist destination, as well as being the seat of the municipality of Benito Juárez. The city is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the easternmost points in Mexico. Cancún is located just north of Mexico's Caribbean coast resort band known as the Riviera Maya.
The most important places to visit in Cancun are: Chichen Itza (the world famous Mayan ruins with thousands of years of history are one of the most visited sites in the world), Isla Mujeres (Cancun is surrounded by spectacular scenery. Isla Mujeres, a small gorgeous island close to Cancun, is simply spectacular), Cenotes (these magical underwater natural pools are a big draw around the Cancun area. Many have rocky edge formations above them), Tulum (outside of Cancun, a unique site. You can go for a swim in turquoise waters and visit the famous ruins of Mayan civilization), Cancun beaches (Cancun, located in the Yucatan region of Mexico, has many great attractions. Start with the white sand beaches of Cancun City) and many more.
This video offers a lot of tips to help you plan the perfect vacation. If you want to save time and money, the most important Cancun travel tip is to compare prices before booking a hotel room or a flight. You can do this for free on http://bookinghunter.com, a site that searches through hundreds of other travel websites in real time for the best travel deals available.

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Cancun is a city in southeastern Mexico, located on the southeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is a major world-renowned tourist destination, as well as being the seat of the municipality of Benito Juárez. The city is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the easternmost points in Mexico. Cancún is located just north of Mexico's Caribbean coast resort band known as the Riviera Maya.
The most important places to visit in Cancun are: Chichen Itza (the world famous Mayan ruins with thousands of years of history are one of the most visited sites in the world), Isla Mujeres (Cancun is surrounded by spectacular scenery. Isla Mujeres, a small gorgeous island close to Cancun, is simply spectacular), Cenotes (these magical underwater natural pools are a big draw around the Cancun area. Many have rocky edge formations above them), Tulum (outside of Cancun, a unique site. You can go for a swim in turquoise waters and visit the famous ruins of Mayan civilization), Cancun beaches (Cancun, located in the Yucatan region of Mexico, has many great attractions. Start with the white sand beaches of Cancun City) and many more.
This video offers a lot of tips to help you plan the perfect vacation. If you want to save time and money, the most important Cancun travel tip is to compare prices before booking a hotel room or a flight. You can do this for free on http://bookinghunter.com, a site that searches through hundreds of other travel websites in real time for the best travel deals available.

Dubai Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

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Come to Dubai, the ancient City of Gold, for your next vacation.
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Come to Dubai, the ancient City of Gold, for your next vacation.
Modernity and antiquity collide in this vibrant city. Shop at the same spice market locals have been visiting for generations, then visit the stores in the Gold Souk, a jewelry-centered traditional marketplace. For a more modern shopping experience, go to the Dubai Mall, home to over 1200 stores, an underwater zoo, and KidZania®, a “city” where children can roleplay various careers.
To soak up some of the legendary Dubai sunshine, simply step outside. Take in the view of the city from the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Continue your Dubai tour by wandering through the exotic buildings and resorts, or visit some of the public beaches. If you’d like to try something a little different and don’t mind paying a small fee, you can also attend local hotel beaches even if you aren’t staying there.
You can’t finish your Dubai sightseeing without a trip into the desert itself. Ride a camel, go sandboarding, or just stand out on the dunes and marvel at the beauty of it all.
Visit our Dubai travel guide page for more information or to plan your next vacation!
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Come to Dubai, the ancient City of Gold, for your next vacation.
Modernity and antiquity collide in this vibrant city. Shop at the same spice market locals have been visiting for generations, then visit the stores in the Gold Souk, a jewelry-centered traditional marketplace. For a more modern shopping experience, go to the Dubai Mall, home to over 1200 stores, an underwater zoo, and KidZania®, a “city” where children can roleplay various careers.
To soak up some of the legendary Dubai sunshine, simply step outside. Take in the view of the city from the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Continue your Dubai tour by wandering through the exotic buildings and resorts, or visit some of the public beaches. If you’d like to try something a little different and don’t mind paying a small fee, you can also attend local hotel beaches even if you aren’t staying there.
You can’t finish your Dubai sightseeing without a trip into the desert itself. Ride a camel, go sandboarding, or just stand out on the dunes and marvel at the beauty of it all.
Visit our Dubai travel guide page for more information or to plan your next vacation!
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Canada: The UltimateTravelGuide by TourRadar gives you all the info you need to explore this Northern nation like a pro. Learn some basics about the country, including what you have to do & see once you arrive, when it's best to travel and which food & drinks you definitely need to enjoy throughout your journey.
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Canada is a stunning destination that provides travellers an endless natural playground to get lost in. From the incredible mountain ranges of British Columbia to the coves and cliffs of Canada'sEast Coast (and everywhere in between), the True North strong and free has it all.
The country is made up of 10 provinces and 3 territories, each with their own unique cultural backgrounds, adventurous activities and impressive landscapes. Consider booking a tour that focuses on a specific region so that you can experience it thoroughly - the country is huge, making it unlikely to able to enjoy everything if you rush across the country in a single trip.
Remember to pack clothes appropriate for the province or territory you’re visiting. Depending on the season you travel, pack everything from your swimsuit to your parka.
You can exchange your money into Canadian dollars in any major city, at airports or at the countless ATMs located throughout the country. Credit card and debit transactions are incredibly common, so in most case you will have no trouble using them in lieu of cash. Dining out doesn’t have to be expensive if you visit the right restaurants, and you'll have to cross off the classics like poutine, sugar pie and craft beer!
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— About Canada —
Canada's 10 provinces are Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Don't forget the Northwest Territories, Yukon and Nunavut!
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Canada: The UltimateTravelGuide by TourRadar gives you all the info you need to explore this Northern nation like a pro. Learn some basics about the country, including what you have to do & see once you arrive, when it's best to travel and which food & drinks you definitely need to enjoy throughout your journey.
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Canada is a stunning destination that provides travellers an endless natural playground to get lost in. From the incredible mountain ranges of British Columbia to the coves and cliffs of Canada'sEast Coast (and everywhere in between), the True North strong and free has it all.
The country is made up of 10 provinces and 3 territories, each with their own unique cultural backgrounds, adventurous activities and impressive landscapes. Consider booking a tour that focuses on a specific region so that you can experience it thoroughly - the country is huge, making it unlikely to able to enjoy everything if you rush across the country in a single trip.
Remember to pack clothes appropriate for the province or territory you’re visiting. Depending on the season you travel, pack everything from your swimsuit to your parka.
You can exchange your money into Canadian dollars in any major city, at airports or at the countless ATMs located throughout the country. Credit card and debit transactions are incredibly common, so in most case you will have no trouble using them in lieu of cash. Dining out doesn’t have to be expensive if you visit the right restaurants, and you'll have to cross off the classics like poutine, sugar pie and craft beer!
We'd like to thank a few of Canada's incredible tourism boards for allowing use of their travel footage:
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— About Canada —
Canada's 10 provinces are Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Don't forget the Northwest Territories, Yukon and Nunavut!
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Ho Chi Minh City, on the southern tip of Vietnam, is one of South East Asia’s emerging boom cities. Still affectionately known by many as Saigon, this is Vietnam’s largest city and its economic engine room.
Ho Chi Minh City has an irrepressible soul and an entrepreneurial energy that hums day and night. Despite almost a century of colonialism and brutal conflict, today this city is renowned for its warm hospitality, which even extends to former foes. A youthful enthusiasm flows through this city, just like the stream of scooters, motorbikes and cars that flow endlessly through its chaotic streets.
In Ho Chi Minh City, it feels as though the future has arrived… and yet the past is never far away. Wide boulevards built during the French colonial era are lined with cutting edge skyscrapers, while jasmine scented temples gently rub shoulders with chic rooftop bars
More than 9 million people call Ho Chi Minh City home and the dynamic energy of its streets is part of its charm. The city is divided into a series of numbered districts and District One is where almost all of the city’s main attractions can be found.
As the sun goes down, find yourself a seat at one of Ho Chi Minh City’s famous rooftop bars, a perfect way to soak up the buzz of the city.
Dynamic, chaotic and energizing. Ho Chi Minh city may have burst onto the world stage as a battle zone but today, there is no better destination to plug in to the pulse of 21st centuryAsia.
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Ho Chi Minh City, on the southern tip of Vietnam, is one of South East Asia’s emerging boom cities. Still affectionately known by many as Saigon, this is Vietnam’s largest city and its economic engine room.
Ho Chi Minh City has an irrepressible soul and an entrepreneurial energy that hums day and night. Despite almost a century of colonialism and brutal conflict, today this city is renowned for its warm hospitality, which even extends to former foes. A youthful enthusiasm flows through this city, just like the stream of scooters, motorbikes and cars that flow endlessly through its chaotic streets.
In Ho Chi Minh City, it feels as though the future has arrived… and yet the past is never far away. Wide boulevards built during the French colonial era are lined with cutting edge skyscrapers, while jasmine scented temples gently rub shoulders with chic rooftop bars
More than 9 million people call Ho Chi Minh City home and the dynamic energy of its streets is part of its charm. The city is divided into a series of numbered districts and District One is where almost all of the city’s main attractions can be found.
As the sun goes down, find yourself a seat at one of Ho Chi Minh City’s famous rooftop bars, a perfect way to soak up the buzz of the city.
Dynamic, chaotic and energizing. Ho Chi Minh city may have burst onto the world stage as a battle zone but today, there is no better destination to plug in to the pulse of 21st centuryAsia.
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Take in the many splendors of the nation’s capital when you arrive at Washington, D.C.
Your Washington, D.C. tour should start at the National Mall, where you’ll find monuments, memorials, and government buildings instead of tons of shopping. If you’d like to get around town easily but don’t want to rent a car, the Capital Bikeshare program will let you cruise around the city without wasting gas or getting stuck in traffic.
Check out the Watergate Hotel and Kennedy Center when you stop at Foggy Bottom, then move on to Georgetown, the oldest district in D.C.It’s filled with 18th-century buildings and, of course, the university itself. After a stop at the National Cathedral, make your way to the Smithsonian National Zoo, the perfect stop for the young and the young at heart.
If you’re feeling the need to channel your inner 007, go to the International Spy Museum, and learn about the covert operations and intelligence agencies that have shaped the world we live in. Of course, you can’t enjoy any Washington, D.C., tourism without admiring the White House, so make sure that’s on your list too.
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Take in the many splendors of the nation’s capital when you arrive at Washington, D.C.
Your Washington, D.C. tour should start at the National Mall, where you’ll find monuments, memorials, and government buildings instead of tons of shopping. If you’d like to get around town easily but don’t want to rent a car, the Capital Bikeshare program will let you cruise around the city without wasting gas or getting stuck in traffic.
Check out the Watergate Hotel and Kennedy Center when you stop at Foggy Bottom, then move on to Georgetown, the oldest district in D.C.It’s filled with 18th-century buildings and, of course, the university itself. After a stop at the National Cathedral, make your way to the Smithsonian National Zoo, the perfect stop for the young and the young at heart.
If you’re feeling the need to channel your inner 007, go to the International Spy Museum, and learn about the covert operations and intelligence agencies that have shaped the world we live in. Of course, you can’t enjoy any Washington, D.C., tourism without admiring the White House, so make sure that’s on your list too.
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Rahim Taghizadegan, The Lebanon – A Switzerland of the Near East (PFS 2015)

Near east university Nigeria Night 2016

published: 07 May 2016

Νήαρ Ήστ (Near East) - Καρέας (Παμπαίδες ΕΣΚΑ 2016)

published: 21 Mar 2016

Agricultural Production in the Ancient Near East in the last 7,000 Years

Dr. Alan Farahani (Ancient History & MediterraneanArchaeology, UC Berkeley) introduces teachers at the 2014 ORIAS summer teachers’ institute on Foodways in World History to new methods and theories in paleoethnobotany. An overview of the many ways in which archaeologists approach and understand the wide-ranging social, political, and environmental impacts of many peoples' commitment to sedentary, agricultural life in Southwest Asia from 7000 BCE onward. The presentation is illustrated with a case study from the archaeological site of Dhiban, Jordan, which has been the home of many communities for the past 3,000 year. Using paloethnobotany, or the archaeological study of human beings through the recovery of the plant remains they used, the relationships of people to each other as well as t...

"The Religion of Israel in the Ancient Near East" JuSt Lunch 5-3-2017

From Near East to Germany | التغريبة السورية

Since moving to Germany I have had the privilege to meet and get to know some refugees from Syria and surrounding countries. They were kind enough to agree to talk to the camera, although many of them requested that I not show their faces. In this video they talk about the story of their journeys from Syria to Germany.
Remember to turn on the subtitles (available in English) in the settings menu.
Thank you to my colleague and her son, and also to the refugees for making this video possible. Thanks also go to Jonathan Wong, Ben Middleton and ErikCopper for the voiceover work.
* The Arabic title of this video is 'Syrian Westernisation', although the emotion behind the phrase is not accurately translated into English. Therefore, I chose a different English title for non-Arabic speakers.

Hebrew Covenants and the Ancient Near East: Part 1

Join Jodell in this in-depth study of ancient Israel's covenants. In this teaching, we discover that the covenant at Mt. Sinai was only one of many individual covenants in the Tanakh (Old Testament). Many of treaties with God followed the standard protocol of Hittite treaties of the 14th century BCE, but predate the latter by at least a hundred years. Astoundingly and without exception, each and every covenant in the Tanakh upholds and confirms a former patriarchal covenant without ever rescinding or changing any of God's promises to Abraham's family. Rediscover how an ancient nation became God's first-born son (Exod 4:22) and how understanding the nature of God's unchanging promises can both strengthen and challenge your faith.

ARTH 2010 - Art of the Ancient Near East - Part 1

The Scriptures Through Near East Eyes

Dr. Rocco Errico clarifies the original intent of biblical texts by comparing Aramaic texts with Greek and Hebrew versions. He shows how ancient idioms have been translated literally, thereby confusing many present interpretations. His goal is to reach a better understanding of the Old and New Testaments by interpreting these idioms correctly.

Dr. Alan Farahani (Ancient History & MediterraneanArchaeology, UC Berkeley) introduces teachers at the 2014 ORIAS summer teachers’ institute on Foodways in World History to new methods and theories in paleoethnobotany. An overview of the many ways in which archaeologists approach and understand the wide-ranging social, political, and environmental impacts of many peoples' commitment to sedentary, agricultural life in Southwest Asia from 7000 BCE onward. The presentation is illustrated with a case study from the archaeological site of Dhiban, Jordan, which has been the home of many communities for the past 3,000 year. Using paloethnobotany, or the archaeological study of human beings through the recovery of the plant remains they used, the relationships of people to each other as well as the world around them are revealed through the ways in which they carefully managed plants intended to become food desired by many.

Dr. Alan Farahani (Ancient History & MediterraneanArchaeology, UC Berkeley) introduces teachers at the 2014 ORIAS summer teachers’ institute on Foodways in World History to new methods and theories in paleoethnobotany. An overview of the many ways in which archaeologists approach and understand the wide-ranging social, political, and environmental impacts of many peoples' commitment to sedentary, agricultural life in Southwest Asia from 7000 BCE onward. The presentation is illustrated with a case study from the archaeological site of Dhiban, Jordan, which has been the home of many communities for the past 3,000 year. Using paloethnobotany, or the archaeological study of human beings through the recovery of the plant remains they used, the relationships of people to each other as well as the world around them are revealed through the ways in which they carefully managed plants intended to become food desired by many.

From Near East to Germany | التغريبة السورية

Since moving to Germany I have had the privilege to meet and get to know some refugees from Syria and surrounding countries. They were kind enough to agree to t...

Since moving to Germany I have had the privilege to meet and get to know some refugees from Syria and surrounding countries. They were kind enough to agree to talk to the camera, although many of them requested that I not show their faces. In this video they talk about the story of their journeys from Syria to Germany.
Remember to turn on the subtitles (available in English) in the settings menu.
Thank you to my colleague and her son, and also to the refugees for making this video possible. Thanks also go to Jonathan Wong, Ben Middleton and ErikCopper for the voiceover work.
* The Arabic title of this video is 'Syrian Westernisation', although the emotion behind the phrase is not accurately translated into English. Therefore, I chose a different English title for non-Arabic speakers.

Since moving to Germany I have had the privilege to meet and get to know some refugees from Syria and surrounding countries. They were kind enough to agree to talk to the camera, although many of them requested that I not show their faces. In this video they talk about the story of their journeys from Syria to Germany.
Remember to turn on the subtitles (available in English) in the settings menu.
Thank you to my colleague and her son, and also to the refugees for making this video possible. Thanks also go to Jonathan Wong, Ben Middleton and ErikCopper for the voiceover work.
* The Arabic title of this video is 'Syrian Westernisation', although the emotion behind the phrase is not accurately translated into English. Therefore, I chose a different English title for non-Arabic speakers.

Hebrew Covenants and the Ancient Near East: Part 1

Join Jodell in this in-depth study of ancient Israel's covenants. In this teaching, we discover that the covenant at Mt. Sinai was only one of many individual c...

Join Jodell in this in-depth study of ancient Israel's covenants. In this teaching, we discover that the covenant at Mt. Sinai was only one of many individual covenants in the Tanakh (Old Testament). Many of treaties with God followed the standard protocol of Hittite treaties of the 14th century BCE, but predate the latter by at least a hundred years. Astoundingly and without exception, each and every covenant in the Tanakh upholds and confirms a former patriarchal covenant without ever rescinding or changing any of God's promises to Abraham's family. Rediscover how an ancient nation became God's first-born son (Exod 4:22) and how understanding the nature of God's unchanging promises can both strengthen and challenge your faith.

Join Jodell in this in-depth study of ancient Israel's covenants. In this teaching, we discover that the covenant at Mt. Sinai was only one of many individual covenants in the Tanakh (Old Testament). Many of treaties with God followed the standard protocol of Hittite treaties of the 14th century BCE, but predate the latter by at least a hundred years. Astoundingly and without exception, each and every covenant in the Tanakh upholds and confirms a former patriarchal covenant without ever rescinding or changing any of God's promises to Abraham's family. Rediscover how an ancient nation became God's first-born son (Exod 4:22) and how understanding the nature of God's unchanging promises can both strengthen and challenge your faith.

The Scriptures Through Near East Eyes

Dr. Rocco Errico clarifies the original intent of biblical texts by comparing Aramaic texts with Greek and Hebrew versions. He shows how ancient idioms have bee...

Dr. Rocco Errico clarifies the original intent of biblical texts by comparing Aramaic texts with Greek and Hebrew versions. He shows how ancient idioms have been translated literally, thereby confusing many present interpretations. His goal is to reach a better understanding of the Old and New Testaments by interpreting these idioms correctly.

Dr. Rocco Errico clarifies the original intent of biblical texts by comparing Aramaic texts with Greek and Hebrew versions. He shows how ancient idioms have been translated literally, thereby confusing many present interpretations. His goal is to reach a better understanding of the Old and New Testaments by interpreting these idioms correctly.

Animated History of the Near East.wmv

An animated map of the Near East from 2000 BCE to 100 CE. It was made with Blender 3d for use in a curriculm on http://www.helpforshepherds.org and is not designed to be a perfect map of each empire so much as to show the ebb and flow of history.

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The Ancient Middle East: Every Year

This video shows the history of the Middle East from the rise of the city-states in 2500 B...

Byzantium in the Near East, 590-1460

Flash animation showing the border changes of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire in the Near East (Turkey+Levant) from 590-1460. Changes outside of the Near East (i.e. in Balkans, North Africa) not shown. The video treats the Nicaean Empire, rather than the Latin Empire or the Trebizondian Empire, as the true successor of the Byzantine Empire from the period 1204-1261.
The timescale is four years per second. Frame rate is 24 frames per second.
Notable locations and towns for the decade appear on the map and change color according to their political allegiance:
Purple = Byzantine Empire
Gray = Sassanid EmpireGreen = Arab/MuslimEntitiesDeep Red = Other Orthodox Entities
Red = Turkish Entities
Blue = Frankish Entities
Orange = Mongol Entities
City names will change temporarily to their Turkish equivalents if conquered by the Turks, and permanently if the Byzantines do not reclaim the land at a later date.
For battles, names in italics denote a loss, while standard names denote a victory.
The green or red borders occasionally appearing within the Byzantine Empire (during the period 700-1100) denote large-scale raids, aiming for plunder and slaves rather than for wholesale occupation. It is important to note that these are only the largest-scale raids, and that raiding on the Byzantine-Muslim frontier was a yearly, even seasonal affair.
The faded lettering in the background represent important co-existing political states. The size and lettering denote their relative importance in the region.
Music is "Legacy of Rome" by Andreas Waldetoft. It is part of a DLC-pack of songs for the strategy game, Crusader Kings II, called "Songs of Byzantium" (2012).
Research was done through Wikipedia. Borders can only be approximate.

Travel Guide to Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur and Terengganu)

In this travel video travel guide to Malaysia, I travel to Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur, and to Terangganu, the country's second-largest city.
I start off my trip by exploring Kenyir Lake, located just west of Terangganu, which is actually the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia (it's the size of Singapore). I head to the far end of the lake by speedboat to go trekking into the hilly jungle where I come across a school of hungry fish waiting for eager tourists like myself to provide them with a cheap snack. I then head back on the lake to explore the many islands that call this lake home.
Next, I head back onto the water -- this time onto the ocean -- to do a little squid jigging as part of the first annual TerengganuInternationalSquid Jigging Fest. Squid jigging, for those of you that don't know, is the act of fishing for squid by hand with a line and hook, something I have questionable skill doing.
Back onto dry land, I explore the market in Terangganu, one of the best places to find fresh seafood in the entire country, and try some of the region's favorite desserts and iced coffee.
For the second half of the video, I head east to the capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, where I -- what else? -- find some street food in the famous Chow Kit neighborhood, followed by a little more food in Kampung Baru, a sleeping Malay enclave flanked by the city's downtown tower.
I then take the monorail (!) to explore the Petronas Towers and the KL Tower, two of the city's most famous landmarks, followed by dinner in Jalan Alor, the city's famed outdoor street food district.
Finally, it's time for a little rest and relaxation back on the west coast of Malaysia at the island of Redang, one of the country's most beautiful tropical islands, where I get to experience what beach life is like in Malaysia.

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Jordan Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination Jordan.
Jordan is known as The Pearl Of The Orient: a fasci...

Jordan Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination Jordan.
Jordan is known as The Pearl Of The Orient: a fascinating land with a culture that is thousands of years old, a land of colourful epochs and biblical history, all to be rediscovered in this Hasemite kingdom that was founded in 1946. Pharaohs, Assyrian kings and Persian monarchs once fought for this country. Nabateans, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders and Ottomans, each of them left their traces in Jordan.Amman is Jordan’s capital city in which, poverty and wealth live side by side. The KingAbdullahMosque is the largest and, due to its striking blue cupola, the most beautiful mosque in Amman. Although only completed in 1988 it is an important symbol of Islam and five times a day the Muezzin calls to the faithful from its Minaret. In 1900 the Ottoman Sultan ordered the construction of the Hedjaz Railroad. It was designed to unite the Ottoman Empire that had begun to disintegrate as well as to transport Moslem pilgrims to Medina in the Hedjaz Mountains. Around thirty kilometres northwest of Amman is As-Salt that is situated between two mountain slopes. Up until the First World War this city that had a good supply of water and enjoyed a good climate, was the main metropolis of Trans-Jordan. Saladin had this fortress built on a twelve hundred metre high hill in 1184. Qal’at Ajlun was meant to be a defence against the approaching Crusaders and also to protect pilgrims on their way to Mecca. At an altitude of eight hundred metres is a place of great significance for the Jewish and Christian faiths, NeboMountain, where God revealed to Moses the Promised Land for the first time after his forty year journey from Egypt. NearWadi Musa, The Valley Of Moses, is the fascinating and legendary rose red city of Petra. Its strategic location at the junction of six important caravan routes, including the famous Incense Road, brought much prosperity to the city. The most impressive route to Petra travels through the Siq, a narrow gorge with huge sandstone walls. Jordan is a priceless gem located in the Near East with all the magical romance of the Orient!

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35 Things to do in Chicago | Top Attractions Travel Guide

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Antigua Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia (4k 60fps)

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Just 3 hours from Miami and 8 from London is Antigua, the largest island in the nation of Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua’s capital is St. John’s, a port town of plantation shutters, iron roofs and colors as bright as our spirit. Mix up a little history and shopping down by the city’s quays, where old shop houses have been given new life as cafes, bars and duty-free boutiques.
Take a break from the noonday sun in the shade of the old Courthouse, now the home of the national museum. Then, spend a lazy afternoon walking the ramparts of the harbor’s fortifications.
Just to the north of St. John’s, you’ll find Runaway Beach and Dickenson Bay, home to some of the purest sands and finest resorts in the West Indies.
On the island’s eastern side, visit the historic sugar plantation, Betty’s Hope. A few miles east, feel the power of nature at Devil’s Bridge, a natural arch carved by Atlantic waves.
Let the breeze carry you further around the Island, to beauty spots like Half Moon Bay and Mamora Bay, then drop anchor for a while at English Harbor.
From English Harbor back to St. John’s, it’s just one perfect beach after another. Some say there are 365 beaches in Antigua, one for each day of the year. But you won’t see them all, don’t even try. Just take it easy, because the slower you move, the better you’ll feel and Antigua is all about feeling good.

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East Africa Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination East Africa.
East Africa is one of the most beautiful and d...

East Africa Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination East Africa.
East Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world and its magnificent wilderness and fascinating wildlife is one of the few remaining unspoiled regions on earth. Lake Naivasha is the ideal habitat for both the rare Fish Eagle and African Eagle, thus it is a perfect location from which to observe these fascinating birds. Due to its rich variety of wildlife and the spectacular beauty of its landscape Kenya is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. The MassaiMaraNational Park is located around six hours from Nairobi and is one of the country’s most extraordinary game reserves. Its name indicates the presence of one of Africa’s most colourful tribes, the Massai. The Amboseli National Park also contains many of East Africa’s most important landscapes and represents the magnificence of the African flora and fauna that grows in this relatively small, protected area. The local wildlife stays at a safe distance from the geysers of Lake Bogoria as the steaming hot springs can prove fatal for the flamingos and other water birds that live there. Nevertheless, quite often the bones of dead animals can be seen close to the geysers as some venture too close and are killed by the hot steam. At an altitude of nearly six thousand metres, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the African continent. For most of the time its summit is covered by a dense ring of cloud that gives the mountain an air of mystique. There are few other places on earth that offer the huge variety of nature as does the legendary east of the African continent. A magical destination and a wild natural paradise that is second to none!

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Sydney Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

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Sydney Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

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Ready for an adventure? Click play on our travel guide video to uncover some of the best things to do in Syndey, Australia.
Established in 1788 as a penal colony, Sydney was once a little rough around the edges, but it has since transformed into a must-visit coastal destination. Today, tourists flock to this city on the east coast of Australia for its pristine beaches, coves, and harbors.
During your romp around the scenic coastline, make a stop at the Syndey Opera House and eye its magnificent architectural design. Looking for a little more adventure? Venture over to the Syndey Harbour Bridge, nicknamed “The Coathanger,” and brave a bridge climb tour. Next, hop on the antique thrill rides at Luna Park, which is a family-friendly favorite that dates back to 1935, or saunter around Darling Harbour. Meanwhile, if you’d prefer to make a splash, dive into the waves at Bondi Beach or hang ten at nearby Manly Beach.
Dabble in the city’s history, architecture, and beach towns, and embark on several Sydney tours during your next trip to the capital of New South Walves. To jump-start your adventure and get more tips and ideas on how to spend your Sydney sojourn, check out our travel guide video.
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New England Vacation Travel Video Guide

Travel video about destination New England.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Czech Republic

Last May we spent 3 weeks in the Czech Republic in search of the best places to visit. After featuring this awesome country in our Top 10 destinations for 2015 video, we needed to go and experience it for ourselves. The Czech Republic exceeded our expectations.
Prague was great, as expected, but there's so much to discover outside the big the city!. The national parks and natural reserves are incredibly beautiful.
We have put together our favorite 10 places:
-Prague
-Jeseniky
-Brno
-Bohemian Switzerland
-Cesky Krumlov
-Kromeriz
-Znojmo
-Ostrava
-Litomysl
-Mikulov
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This video was sponsored by Czech Tourism US & CanadaSpecial thanks to all the regional partners that also made this video possible:
-Cesky Krumlov Tourism
-Czech Inn Hotel Prague
-Prague UrbanAdventures
-Tourist Authority of South Moravia
-Tourist Authority of EastMoravia
-Northern Hikes
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Hawaii's Big Island Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

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Hawaii's Big Island Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

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The “Big Island” of Hawaii is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, and offers a fascinating and stunning array of beautiful scenery for you to explore.
Sightseeing on Hawaii’s Big Island means your days will be filled with natural wonders: wander around a lava field, stroll through a tropical rainforest, and take a dip in the warm waters of the Pacific. To get the most out of your Hawaii Big Island tour and to get an idea of what areas you’d like to see up close, we suggest renting a car and exploring Hawaii’s Big Island from behind the wheel. The Onomea Bay Scenic Drive, located along the Hamakua Coast, will take you past shimmering emerald rainforest and astonishing glimpses of the tranquil Pacific Ocean. It’s the perfect place to get some pictures and see what the beauty of Hawaii is really about.
No tour of Hawaii’s Big Island is complete without meeting the sea turtles of Kahalu’u Bay. Strap on your mask and snorkel, and swim around the warm, blue-green waters of the bay to get up close and personal with the turtles and thousands of other sea creatures. If hanging out with the sea life isn’t entirely your cup of tea, you can also try paddleboarding, jet skiing, or a variety of other watersports. Alternatively, you can spoil yourself in the time-honored indulgence of relaxing on the black lava sands, soaking up some of the legendary Hawaiian sunshine.
What will you do on Hawaii’s Big Island?
Visit our Hawaii’s Big Island travel guide page for more information or to plan your next vacation!
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Things to do in Israel | Top Attractions Travel Guide

When you think of traveling to Israel visiting religious sites in Jerusalem or basing your...

Things to do in Israel | Top Attractions Travel Guide

When you think of traveling to Israel visiting religious sites in Jerusalem or basing yourself in Tel Aviv may initially come to mind. However, when exploring Israel it is paramount to set aside enough time to get off the beaten path and explore more of the country. Fortunately, for us, we were able to make two separate trips to Israel experiencing as much food, culture, historical and modern attractions as we possibly could.
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